For the 2025 school year, there are 81 public preschools serving 30,249 students in Bernalillo County, NM.
The top ranked public preschools in Bernalillo County, NM are Hubert H Humphrey Elementary School, Double Eagle Elementary School and Onate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bernalillo County, NM public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in Bernalillo County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Bernalillo County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hubert H Humphrey Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9801 Academy Hills Dr Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 821-4981
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 821-4981
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Double Eagle Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8901 Lowell St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 857-0187
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 857-0187
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Onate Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12415 Brentwood Hills Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 291-6819
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 291-6819
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Dennis Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7500 Barstow Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 821-1810
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 821-1810
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Coral Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4401 Silver Avenue Se
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 292-6725
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 292-6725
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Eldorado High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11300 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 296-4871
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 296-4871
Gr: PK-12 | 1,608 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Ventana Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6801 Ventana Village Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-7375
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-7375
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Horizon Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3021 Todos Santos Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Alvarado Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Solar Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-4412
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-4412
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
Petroglyph Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5100 Marna Lynn Ave Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0923
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0923
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1111.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Gr: PK-9 | 1,117 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Zia Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
440 Jefferson St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 260-2020
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 260-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1313.
Mission Achievement And Success 1.0
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 Yale Blvd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Gr: PK-12 | 1,138 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1414.
A. Montoya Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Public School Rd
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
Comanche Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3505 Pennsylvania St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-5275
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-5275
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
Sandia Base Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21001 Wyoming Se Kafb East
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-4356
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-4356
Gr: PK-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #15 - 1715. - 17.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10220 Paseo Del Norte Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0272
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0272
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Macarthur Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-1482
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-1482
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Sombra Del Monte Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9110 Shoshone Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 291-6842
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 291-6842
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #2020.
Manzano Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Elizabeth St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-6707
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-6707
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #2121.
Matheson Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10809 Lexington Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-5087
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-5087
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22 - 2322. - 23.
Collet Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Morris St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-3010
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-3010
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22 - 2322. - 23.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6316 Constitution Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-8337
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-8337
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #2424.
Marie M Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5701 Mojave Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #2525.
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7500 La Morada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #26 - 2726. - 27.
Edmund G Ross Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6700 Palomas Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 821-0185
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 821-0185
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #26 - 2726. - 27.
Inez Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 Pennsylvania St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 299-9010
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 299-9010
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #2828.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6325 Milne Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
The International School At Mesa Del Sol
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Bobby Foster Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Gr: PK-12 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Zuni Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6300 Claremont Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 881-8313
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 881-8313
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #3131.
Painted Sky Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Gavin Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #3232.
Duranes Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2436 Zickert Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #3333.
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Atlantic St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 764-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #3434.
Bellehaven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8701 Princess Jeanne St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-7489
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-7489
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #3535.
North Valley Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7939 4th Street Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 998-0501
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 998-0501
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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Bernalillo County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
510 2nd St Nw101
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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
Amy Biehl Charter High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8300 Phoenix Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Bataan Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
3912 Isleta Blvd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 877-1279
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 877-1279
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
6805 Academy Parkway West Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Cess High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
725 University Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Charter Vo-tech Center (Closed 2007)
Vocational School
Charter School
Charter School
1011 Lamberton Pl Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-0888
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-0888
Gr: 10-12 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Cien Aguas International (Closed 2024)
Charter School
2000 Randolph Rd. Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
County Detention Cnt High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
5100 2nd St. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 842-8211
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 842-8211
Gr: 6-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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
P.o. Box 50880
Albuquerque, NM 87181
(505) 898-3074
Albuquerque, NM 87181
(505) 898-3074
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
25 La Madera Rd
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Ecademy High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
800 Odelia Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 247-4209
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 247-4209
Gr: 9-12
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
69 Hotel Cir Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 237-2374
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 237-2374
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Hogares Alternative High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
120 Woodland Ave.,nw
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 345-3911
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 345-3911
Gr: 8-11 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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%
7001wildwood Ln. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 998-0501
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 998-0501
Gr: 7-10 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
7939 4th Street, Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 796-0313
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 796-0313
Gr: K-9 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
1900 Randolph Rd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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%
225 Griegos Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 761-8415
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 761-8415
Gr: PK-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
230 Truman Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 243-8114
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 243-8114
Gr: 6-8 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 6-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Hcr 79, Box 9
Albuquerque, NM 87103
(505) 731-2272
Albuquerque, NM 87103
(505) 731-2272
Gr: K-8
P.o. Box 25701
Albuquerque, NM 87125
Albuquerque, NM 87125
Gr: 8 | 59 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Hcr 79, Box 80
Albuquerque, NM 87103
(505) 655-3341
Albuquerque, NM 87103
(505) 655-3341
Gr: K-8
1900 Randolph Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Gr: K-6 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Sage Montessori Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3821 Singer Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Gr: K-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
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%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Bernalillo County, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in Bernalillo County, NM include Hubert H Humphrey Elementary School, Double Eagle Elementary School and Onate Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bernalillo County?
81 public preschools are located in Bernalillo County.
What is the racial composition of students in Bernalillo County?
Bernalillo County public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Bernalillo County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Bernalillo County include: Tomasita Elementary School vs. Manzano Mesa Elementary School, Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy vs. Bellehaven Elementary School, Bel-air Elementary School vs. Hodgin Elementary School
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