For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 592 students in 87544, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87544, NM is Los Alamos Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Los Alamos Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2101 Hawk Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2375
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2375
Gr: 7-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87544, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87544, NM include Los Alamos Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87544?
1 public middle schools are located in 87544.
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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