Top 3 Best 87109 New Mexico Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,327 students in 87109, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87109, NM are Nex Gen Academy, Cottonwood Classical Prep and Explore Academy. 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 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 87109, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87109 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, 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 60% 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 (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nex Gen Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5325 Montgomery Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 878-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7801 Jefferson St. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Grades: 6-12
| 759 students
Rank: #33.
Explore Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5100 Masthead St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Grades: K-12
| 1,204 students
Rank: #44.
The Great Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6001-a San Mateo Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Grades: 6-12
| 127 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 87109 New Mexico

87109, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
6805 Academy Parkway West Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 9-12
| 144 students
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Grades: 6-12
| 149 students
3821 Singer Blvd Ne
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 Explore Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 87109?
4 public high schools are located in 87109.
What is the racial composition of students in 87109?
87109 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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