For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,168 students in 87544, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87544, NM are Los Alamos High School and Topper Freshman Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87544 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Los Alamos High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Los Alamos High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1300 Diamond Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Gr: 10-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Topper Freshman Academy
(Math: 46% | Reading: 62% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3800 Canyon Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Gr: 9 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87544, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87544, NM include Los Alamos High School and Topper Freshman Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 87544?
2 public high schools are located in 87544.
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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