For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 654 students in 87547, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87547, NM are Pinon Elementary School and Chamisa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87547 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87547, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87547, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinon Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
90 Grand Canyon Dr
White Rock, NM 87547
(505) 663-2680
White Rock, NM 87547
(505) 663-2680
Gr: PK-6 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Chamisa Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Meadow Ln
White Rock, NM 87547
(505) 663-2470
White Rock, NM 87547
(505) 663-2470
Gr: PK-6 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87547, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87547, NM include Pinon Elementary School and Chamisa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87547?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87547.
What is the racial composition of students in 87547?
87547 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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