For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,655 students in 87114, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 148 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 87114, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87114, NM are Coyote Willow Family School, Ventana Ranch Elementary School and Tony Hillerman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87114 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87114, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87114, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coyote Willow Family School
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7125 Irving Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 253-0050
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 253-0050
Gr: K-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Ventana Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6801 Ventana Village Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-7375
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-7375
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Tony Hillerman Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8101 Rainbow Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-0698
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-0698
Gr: 6-8 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Tierra Antigua Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8121 Rainbow Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3262
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3262
Gr: K-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Petroglyph Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5100 Marna Lynn Ave Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0923
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0923
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Sunset View Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6121 Paradise Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3254
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3254
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10220 Paseo Del Norte Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0272
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0272
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #88.
Volcano Vista High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8100 Rainbow Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-0343
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 890-0343
Gr: 9-12 | 2,177 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #99.
James Monroe Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6100 Paradise Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 897-0101
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 897-0101
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1010.
Cibola High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1510 Ellison Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 897-0110
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 897-0110
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1111.
Seven Bar Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4501 Seven Bar Loop Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 899-2797
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 899-2797
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1212.
North Valley Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7939 4th Street Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 998-0501
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 998-0501
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1313.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 Alameda Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0070
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-0070
Gr: PK-5 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1414.
Taylor Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Guadalupe Tr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-3666
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-3666
Gr: 6-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
87114, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7939 4th Street, Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 796-0313
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 796-0313
Gr: K-9 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87114, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87114, NM include Coyote Willow Family School, Ventana Ranch Elementary School and Tony Hillerman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 87114?
14 public schools are located in 87114.
What percentage of students in 87114 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 87114 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87114?
87114 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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