For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 25 students in 87560, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87560, NM is Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87560 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87560, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87560, NM Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
85 Nm Hwy 484
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87560, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87560, NM include Valley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87560?
1 public middle schools are located in 87560.
What is the racial composition of students in 87560?
87560 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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