For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,298 students in 87004, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 87004, NM are Placitas Elementary School, Bernalillo Elementary School and Spartan Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87004 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87004, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87004, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Placitas Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5 Calle Del Carbon
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-2488
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-2488
Gr: K-6 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Bernalillo Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Calle Del Carbon
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-3366
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-3366
Gr: 4-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Spartan Learning Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
485 Camino Don Tomas
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-3309
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-3309
Gr: 7-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Bernalillo High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
250 Isidro Sanchez Rd
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-2388
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-2388
Gr: 9-12 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Santo Domingo Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Hwy 22 West
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-4441
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-4441
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Calle De Escuela
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 404-5585
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 404-5585
Gr: PK | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
842 Camino Don Tomas
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-4441
Bernalillo, NM 87004
(505) 867-4441
Gr: K-3 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87004, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87004, NM include Placitas Elementary School, Bernalillo Elementary School and Spartan Learning Academy.
How many public schools are located in 87004?
7 public schools are located in 87004.
What is the racial composition of students in 87004?
87004 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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