For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 50 students in 87728, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in 87728, NM is Maxwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 87728 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87728, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87728, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Grades: K-6
| 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87728, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87728, NM include Maxwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87728?
1 public elementary schools are located in 87728.
What is the racial composition of students in 87728?
87728 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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