For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,862 students in 87109, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM are Nex Gen Academy, Cottonwood Classical Prep and Aces Technical Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87109 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87109, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87109 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nex Gen Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87109, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nex Gen Academy
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5325 Montgomery Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 878-6400
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 878-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 209 students
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Jefferson St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Grades: 6-12
| 807 students
Rank: #33.
Aces Technical Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 506-1186
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 506-1186
Grades: K-9
| 161 students
Rank: #44.
Explore Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5100 Masthead St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Grades: K-12
| 1,354 students
Rank: #55.
The Great Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6001-a San Mateo Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Grades: 6-12
| 105 students
Rank: #66.
Health Leadership High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Jefferson Street Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 750-4547
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 750-4547
Grades: 9-12
| 226 students
87109, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bataan Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
6805 Academy Parkway West Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 144 students
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 6-12
| 149 students
Sage Montessori Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3821 Singer Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Grades: K-8
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM include Nex Gen Academy, Cottonwood Classical Prep and Aces Technical Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 87109?
6 public high schools are located in 87109.
What is the racial composition of students in 87109?
87109 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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