For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 417 students in 87047, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 87047, NM is East Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87047 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87047, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87047 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Mountain High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87047, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Mountain High School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25 La Madera Road
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
87047, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25 La Madera Rd
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Sandia Park, NM 87047
(505) 281-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87047, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87047, NM include East Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87047?
1 public high schools are located in 87047.
What is the racial composition of students in 87047?
87047 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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