For the 2024-25 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 11,265 students in 87121, NM (there are 5 private schools, serving 605 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 87121, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87121, NM are Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87121 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87121, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87121, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4100 Aerospace Pkwy Bw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Grades: 6-12
| 278 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Grades: PK-8
| 937 students
Rank: #33.
Mark Armijo Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Gonzales Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Grades: 9-12
| 200 students
Rank: #44.
George I Sanchez
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4050 118th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Grades: PK-8
| 1,221 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Edward Gonzales Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
554 90th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Grades: 3-5
| 376 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Truman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Benavides Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Grades: 6-8
| 671 students
Rank: #77.
Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Vermejo Park Dr Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Grades: PK-5
| 592 students
Rank: #88.
West Mesa High School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Fortuna Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Grades: 9-12
| 1,799 students
Rank: #99.
Carlos Rey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Cerrillos Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Grades: PK-5
| 523 students
Rank: #1010.
Atrisco Heritage Academy High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Dennis Chavez Blv Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Grades: 9-12
| 2,114 students
Rank: #1111.
La Academia De Esperanza
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Grades: 6-12
| 233 students
Rank: #1212.
Maryann Binford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Corriz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #1313.
Jimmy Carter Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8901 Bluewater Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Grades: 6-8
| 542 students
Rank: #1414.
Alamosa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Sunset Gardens Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #1515.
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Grades: 6-12
| 370 students
Rank: n/an/a
Helen Cordero Primary
Magnet School
8800 Eucariz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Grades: PK-2
| 470 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rio Grande Academy Of Fine Arts
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Grades: K-6
| 80 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87121, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87121, NM include Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy.
How many public schools are located in 87121?
17 public schools are located in 87121.
What percentage of students in 87121 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 87121 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87121?
87121 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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