For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 magnet public middle school serving 290 students in New Mexico.
Learn more about how magnet schools work. The top-ranked magnet public middle school in New Mexico is Mandela International Magnet (Mims). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Mexico magnet public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 34% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Magnet Public Middle Schools in New Mexico (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Gr: 7-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked magnet public middle schools in New Mexico?
The top-ranked magnet public middle schools in New Mexico include Mandela International Magnet (Mims).
How many magnet public middle schools are located in New Mexico?
1 magnet public middle schools are located in New Mexico.
What is the racial composition of students in New Mexico?
New Mexico magnet public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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