For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,142 students in 87508, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 510 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 87508, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87508, NM are El Dorado Community School, Academy For Technology & Classics and The Masters Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87508 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87508, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87508, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
El Dorado Community School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 Avenida Torreon
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 467-4900
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 467-4900
Grades: K-8
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Academy For Technology & Classics
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
74 A Van Nu Po Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 473-4282
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 473-4282
Grades: 7-12
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
The Masters Program
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Sfcc Ll325 6401 Richards Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 428-7320
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 428-7320
Grades: 9-12
| 257 students
Rank: #44.
Amy Biehl Community School At Rancho Viejo
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Avienda Del Sur
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 467-2100
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 467-2100
Grades: PK-6
| 340 students
Rank: #55.
Turquoise Trail Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13a San Marcos Loop
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 986-4000
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 986-4000
Grades: PK-8
| 725 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87508, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87508, NM include El Dorado Community School, Academy For Technology & Classics and The Masters Program.
How many public schools are located in 87508, NM?
5 public schools are located in 87508, NM.
What percentage of students in 87508, NM go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 87508, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87508, NM?
87508, NM public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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