For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 35 students in 87728, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 87728, NM is Maxwell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87728 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87728, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87728 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maxwell High School, with <50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87728, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxwell High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Grades: 9-12
| 35 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87728, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87728, NM include Maxwell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87728?
1 public high schools are located in 87728.
What is the racial composition of students in 87728?
87728 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% 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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