Best 87417 New Mexico Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 889 students in 87417, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87417, NM are Judy Nelson Elementary School and Kirtland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87417 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87417, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87417, NM Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Judy Nelson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
40 Cr 6580
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6285
Grades: PK-6
| 493 students
Rank: #22.
Kirtland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
30 Cr 6446
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5893
Grades: PK-6
| 396 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 87417 New Mexico

87417, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
540 Rd 6580
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Grades: 4-6
| 230 students
5 Cr 6575
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Grades: K-3
| 364 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87417, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87417, NM include Judy Nelson Elementary School and Kirtland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87417.
What is the racial composition of students in 87417?
87417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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