For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 651 students in 87547, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 87547 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 87547, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87547, NM Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87547, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87547, NM include Pinon Elementary School and Chamisa Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87547?
2 public preschools are located in 87547.
What is the racial composition of students in 87547?
87547 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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