For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 623 students in 87501, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 87501, NM are Nm School For The Arts and Aspen Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87501 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87501, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87501 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nm School For The Arts, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87501, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nm School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Montezuma Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 310-4194
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 310-4194
Gr: 9-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Aspen Community School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 La Madera
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-4500
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-4500
Gr: PK-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87501, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87501, NM include Nm School For The Arts and Aspen Community School.
How many public high schools are located in 87501?
2 public high schools are located in 87501.
What is the racial composition of students in 87501?
87501 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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