For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,522 students in Aztec, NM.
The top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM are Vista Nueva High School, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Mosaic Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aztec, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Aztec have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Aztec, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vista Nueva High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
315 South Ash
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: 9-12
| 80 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lydia Rippey Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Rio Pecos Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: PK-3
| 355 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mosaic Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 South Main Street
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: K-8
| 180 students
Rank: #44.
Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 North Mccoy Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: PK-3
| 354 students
Rank: #55.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
507 South Park Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: 4-5
| 342 students
Rank: #66.
Aztec High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 East Chaco
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: 9-12
| 692 students
Rank: #77.
C.v. Koogler Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
455 North Light Plant Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Aztec, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1600 Lydia Rippey Road
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-6565
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-6565
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Tiger Learning Cnt (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1607 W Aztec Blvd
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-9474
Grades: PK-K
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM include Vista Nueva High School, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Mosaic Academy Charter.
How many public schools are located in Aztec?
7 public schools are located in Aztec.
What is the racial composition of students in Aztec?
Aztec public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Aztec are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aztec include: Mccoy Avenue Elementary School vs. Lydia Rippey Elementary School, Lydia Rippey Elementary School vs. Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
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