For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 208 students in 87104, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in 87104, NM are Duranes Elementary School and Reginald Chavez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 87104 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 87104, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87104, NM Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duranes Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2436 Zickert Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Gr: PK-6 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Reginald Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Mountain Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87104, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87104, NM include Duranes Elementary School and Reginald Chavez Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87104?
2 public preschools are located in 87104.
What is the racial composition of students in 87104?
87104 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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