For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,166 students in 87106, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87106, NM are Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Bandelier Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87106 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87106, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87106, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science
Charter School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
933 Bradbury Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 559-4249
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 559-4249
Gr: 6-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Bandelier Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3309 Pershing St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3211 Monte Vista Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
712 Girard Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Mission Achievement And Success 1.0
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 Yale Blvd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Gr: PK-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Cien Aguas International
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Randolph Rd. Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
The International School At Mesa Del Sol
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Bobby Foster Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Gr: PK-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Montezuma Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Indian School Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Sunshine Terrace Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 764-2011
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 764-2011
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Continuation School
Special Education School
5100 2nd St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 468-7284
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 468-7284
Gr: PK-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: n/an/a
Unm Mimbres School
Alternative School
1001 Yale Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2890
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2890
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
87106, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Cess High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
725 University Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
1900 Randolph Rd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
1900 Randolph Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Gr: K-6 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
1404 Lead Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 463-6554
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 463-6554
Gr: 7-10 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
United Community Academy Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 400-6828
(505) 400-6828
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87106, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87106, NM include Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Bandelier Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87106?
11 public elementary schools are located in 87106.
What is the racial composition of students in 87106?
87106 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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