For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 350 students in 87001, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 87001, NM is Algodones Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87001 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87001, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87001, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Algodones Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Hwy 313
Algodones, NM 87001
(505) 867-2803
Algodones, NM 87001
(505) 867-2803
Gr: PK-3 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
711 Main Rd
Algodones, NM 87001
(505) 867-3364
Algodones, NM 87001
(505) 867-3364
Gr: K-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87001, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87001, NM include Algodones Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87001?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87001.
What is the racial composition of students in 87001?
87001 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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