For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 791 students in 87059, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 158 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 87059, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87059, NM are Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87059 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87059, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87059, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11799 State Highway 14s
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-3316
Grades: 6-8
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
A. Montoya Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Public School Rd
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-0880
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87059, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87059, NM include Roosevelt Middle School and A. Montoya Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87059?
2 public schools are located in 87059.
What percentage of students in 87059 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 87059 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87059?
87059 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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