Best 87323 New Mexico Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 362 students in 87323, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87323, NM is Thoreau Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87323 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87323, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87323, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thoreau Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8 Hawk Circle
Thoreau, NM 87323
(505) 721-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87323, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87323, NM include Thoreau Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87323?
1 public middle schools are located in 87323.
What is the racial composition of students in 87323?
87323 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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