Best 87036 New Mexico Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 36 students in 87036, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87036, NM is Mountainair Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87036 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87036, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87036, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountainair Jr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
901 West 3rd St
Mountainair, NM 87036
(505) 847-2333
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87036, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87036, NM include Mountainair Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87036?
1 public middle schools are located in 87036.
What is the racial composition of students in 87036?
87036 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% 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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