For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 293 students in 87016, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87016, NM are Lower Elementary School and Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87016 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87016, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87016, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lower Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
624 8th St
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Grades: PK-1
| 112 students
Rank: #22.
Upper Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
624 8th St
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Grades: 2-6
| 181 students
87016, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Estancia Valley Learning (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
300 North 9th St
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Grades: 7-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87016, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87016, NM include Lower Elementary School and Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87016?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87016.
What is the racial composition of students in 87016?
87016 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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