For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,989 students in 87417, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 87417, NM are Judy Nelson Elementary School, Kirtland Middle School and Kirtland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87417 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87417, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87417, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Judy Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Cr 6580
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6285
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6285
Gr: PK-6 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Kirtland Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
538 Cr 6100
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6114
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6114
Gr: 7-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Kirtland Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30 Cr 6446
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5893
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5893
Gr: PK-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Kirtland Central High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 County Road 6100
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5881
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5881
Gr: 9-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87417, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87417, NM include Judy Nelson Elementary School, Kirtland Middle School and Kirtland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87417?
5 public schools are located in 87417.
What is the racial composition of students in 87417?
87417 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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