For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 771 students in 87420, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 87420, NM are Career Prep Alternative and Shiprock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87420 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87420, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87420 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shiprock High School, with 60-64% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87420, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Career Prep Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
West Hwy 64
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-4980
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-4980
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Shiprock High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 64
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-5161
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-5161
Gr: 9-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
Pinon Street Bdg 1419
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-2100
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-2100
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
87420, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pinon Street, Po Box 1109
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-2074
Shiprock, NM 87420
(505) 368-2074
Gr: 1-12 | 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87420, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87420, NM include Career Prep Alternative and Shiprock High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87420?
3 public high schools are located in 87420.
What is the racial composition of students in 87420?
87420 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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