For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 684 students in 87323, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87323, NM are Thoreau Elementary School and Thoreau Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87323 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87323, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87323, NM Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thoreau Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
#6 Fourth Ave
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 721-4400
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 721-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #22.
Thoreau Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8 Hawk Circle
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 721-4600
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 721-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 284 students
87323, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sunrise Drive P.o. Box 789
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 862-7525
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 862-7525
Grades: 6
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87323, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87323, NM include Thoreau Elementary School and Thoreau Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87323?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87323.
What is the racial composition of students in 87323?
87323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% 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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