For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 771 students in 87059, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 158 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 87059, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87059, NM are Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87059 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87059, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87059, NM Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11799 State Highway 14s
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
A. Montoya Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Public School Rd
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87059, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87059, NM include Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87059?
2 public schools are located in 87059.
What percentage of students in 87059 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 87059 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87059?
87059 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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