For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,619 students in 87505, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 87505, NM are Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Santa Fe High School and Early College Opportunities. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87505 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87505, 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 87505 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mandela International Magnet (Mims), with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87505, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Gr: 7-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Santa Fe High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Yucca Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2400
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Early College Opportunities
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 W. Zia Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2701
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2701
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Desert Sage Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2504 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Gr: K-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Nm School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87505, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87505, NM include Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Santa Fe High School and Early College Opportunities.
How many public high schools are located in 87505?
6 public high schools are located in 87505.
What is the racial composition of students in 87505?
87505 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% 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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