Best 87532 New Mexico Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 561 students in 87532, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in 87532, NM are Alcalde Elementary School and Eutimio Salazar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 87532 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 87532, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87532, NM Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alcalde Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
State Rd 68 County Rd 138a
Espanola, NM 87532
(505) 852-4253
Gr: PK-6 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Eutimio Salazar Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Zuni Ln
Espanola, NM 87532
(505) 753-2391
Gr: PK-6 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
323 North Coronado Ave
Espanola, NM 87532
(505) 753-6819
Gr: PK-K | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87532, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87532, NM include Alcalde Elementary School and Eutimio Salazar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87532?
3 public preschools are located in 87532.
What is the racial composition of students in 87532?
87532 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

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