For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,951 students in 87002, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87002, NM are Belen Family School, Gil Sanchez Elementary School and Rio Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87002 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87002, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87002, NM Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belen Family School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4 Eastside School Road
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2270
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2270
Grades: 1-8
| 138 students
Rank: #22.
Gil Sanchez Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
376 Jarales Rd
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1900
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1900
Grades: PK-6
| 297 students
Rank: #33.
Rio Grande Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Eastside School Rd
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2200
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2200
Grades: PK-6
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Dennis Chavez Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19670 Hwy 314
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1800
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1800
Grades: PK-6
| 296 students
Rank: #55.
La Merced Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Alame Loop
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2100
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2100
Grades: PK-6
| 437 students
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 W. Picard Ave
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1200
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1200
Grades: 4-6
| 223 students
Rank: #77.
La Promesa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
898 Hwy 304
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2400
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2400
Grades: PK-6
| 203 students
87002, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 Esperanza Dr
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2001
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2001
Grades: PK-3
| 254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87002, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87002, NM include Belen Family School, Gil Sanchez Elementary School and Rio Grande Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87002?
7 public elementary schools are located in 87002.
What is the racial composition of students in 87002?
87002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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