For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,754 students in 87112, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 87112, NM are Abq School Of Excellence, Public Academy For Performing Arts and Northpoint Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87112 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87112, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87112 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Public Academy For Performing Arts, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87112, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abq School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13201 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 312-7711
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 312-7711
Gr: K-12 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Public Academy For Performing Arts
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11800 Princess Jeanne Ave. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 830-3128
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 830-3128
Gr: 6-12 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Northpoint Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10301 Candelaria Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Manzano High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 559-2200
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 559-2200
Gr: PK-12 | 1,157 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
87112, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sierra Alternative (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
2611 Eubank Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-6708
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-6708
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87112, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87112, NM include Abq School Of Excellence, Public Academy For Performing Arts and Northpoint Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 87112?
4 public high schools are located in 87112.
What is the racial composition of students in 87112?
87112 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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