For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 119 students in 87120, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 87120, NM is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87120 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87120, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87120 have a Graduation Rate of 35%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter, with 30-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87120, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Atrisco Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
87120, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4801 Montano Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87120, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87120, NM include Albuquerque Talent Development Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 87120?
1 public high schools are located in 87120.
What is the racial composition of students in 87120?
87120 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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