For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,844 students in 87106, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87106, NM are Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Jefferson Middle School and Mission Achievement And Success 1.0. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87106 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87106, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87106, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87106, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87106, NM include Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Jefferson Middle School and Mission Achievement And Success 1.0.
How many public middle schools are located in 87106?
7 public middle schools are located in 87106.
What is the racial composition of students in 87106?
87106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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