For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 10,829 students in 87121, NM (there are , serving 605 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 87121, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87121, NM are Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87121 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87121, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87121, NM 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4100 Aerospace Pkwy Bw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Grades: 6-12
| 306 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Grades: PK-9
| 1,117 students
Rank: #33.
Mark Armijo Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Gonzales Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Grades: 9-12
| 220 students
Rank: #44.
George I Sanchez
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4050 118th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Grades: PK-8
| 1,099 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Edward Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
554 90th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Grades: 3-5
| 348 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Benavides Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Grades: 6-8
| 573 students
Rank: #77.
Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Vermejo Park Dr Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Grades: PK-5
| 574 students
Rank: #88.
West Mesa High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Fortuna Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Grades: 9-12
| 1,612 students
Rank: #99.
Carlos Rey Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Cerrillos Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #1010.
Atrisco Heritage Academy High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Dennis Chavez Blv Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Grades: 9-12
| 2,055 students
Rank: #1111.
La Academia De Esperanza
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
Rank: #1212.
Maryann Binford Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Corriz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Grades: PK-5
| 438 students
Rank: #1313.
Jimmy Carter Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8901 Bluewater Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Grades: 6-8
| 471 students
Rank: #1414.
Alamosa Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Sunset Gardens Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1515.
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Grades: 6-12
| 351 students
Rank: n/an/a
8800 Eucariz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Grades: PK-2
| 443 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rio Grande Academy Of Fine Arts
Charter School
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Grades: K-7
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87121, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87121, NM include Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy.
How many public schools are located in 87121?
17 public schools are located in 87121.
What percentage of students in 87121 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 87121 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87121?
87121 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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