Best 87122 New Mexico Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 788 students in 87122, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87122, NM is Desert Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87122 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87122, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87122, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
8400 Barstow Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 857-9282
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87122, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87122, NM include Desert Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87122?
1 public middle schools are located in 87122.
What is the racial composition of students in 87122?
87122 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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