For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,789 students in 87112, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87112, NM are Abq School Of Excellence, Public Academy For Performing Arts and Renaissance Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87112 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87112, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87112, NM Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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.
Renaissance Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10301 Candelaria Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 4-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Grant Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 Easterday Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-2113
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-2113
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10600 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-7377
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-7377
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9717 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-4483
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-4483
Gr: PK-7 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
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
11800 Princess Jean
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 880-3744
Gr: K-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Home Hospital (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2611 Eubank Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-6752
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-6752
Gr: PK-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
10301 Candelaria Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 7-8 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Sierra Alternative (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
2611 Eubank Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-6708
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-6708
Gr: 9-12
10301 Candelaria Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 7-8 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
10301 Candelaria Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 4-6 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
10301 Candelaria Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 7-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87112, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87112, NM include Abq School Of Excellence, Public Academy For Performing Arts and Renaissance Academy Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87112?
7 public middle schools are located in 87112.
What is the racial composition of students in 87112?
87112 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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