For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 292 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 37% (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 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87016, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-1 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Upper Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
624 8th St
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Estancia, NM 87016
(505) 384-2001
Gr: 2-6 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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