For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,123 students in 87002, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87002, NM are Belen High School and Belen Infinity High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87002 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 87002, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87002 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Belen High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87002, NM Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belen High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1619 West Delgado Ave
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1300
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,027 students
Rank: #22.
Belen Infinity High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 S 4th St
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1500
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 96 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 high schools in 87002, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87002, NM include Belen High School and Belen Infinity High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87002?
2 public high schools are located in 87002.
What is the racial composition of students in 87002?
87002 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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