Best 87801 New Mexico Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 170 students in 87801, NM.
The top-ranked public charter school in 87801, NM is Cottonwood Valley Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 87801 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Charter schools in 87801, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87801, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
201 Neel St
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 838-2026
Gr: K-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 87801, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87801, NM include Cottonwood Valley Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 87801?
1 public charter schools are located in 87801.
What is the racial composition of students in 87801?
87801 public charter schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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