For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,236 students in 87120, NM (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,254 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 87120, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87120, NM are Horizon West, Chamiza Elementary School and L.b. Johnson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87120 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 87120, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87120, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horizon West
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3021 Todos Santos Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Chamiza Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5401 Homestead Cir Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-5174
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-5174
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Rank: #33.
L.b. Johnson Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6811 Taylor Ranch Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-1492
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-1492
Grades: 6-8
| 622 students
Rank: #44.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6325 Milne Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Rank: #55.
Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9601 Tierra Pintada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 253-0200
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 253-0200
Grades: K-8
| 931 students
Rank: #66.
Marie M Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5701 Mojave Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #77.
Painted Sky Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Gavin Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Grades: PK-5
| 600 students
Rank: #88.
The Alb Talent Development Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Atrisco Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Grades: 9-12
| 109 students
Rank: #99.
Susie Rayos Marmon Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 72nd St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-5400
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 535 students
Rank: #1010.
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7500 La Morada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Grades: PK-8
| 373 students
Rank: #1111.
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Atrisco Dr. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Grades: PK-8
| 398 students
87120, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Creative Ed Prep #1 (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4801 Montano Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87120, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87120, NM include Horizon West, Chamiza Elementary School and L.b. Johnson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 87120, NM?
11 public schools are located in 87120, NM.
What percentage of students in 87120, NM go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 87120, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87120, NM?
87120, NM public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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