For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,448 students in Aztec, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Aztec, NM are Mosaic Academy Charter, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Vista Nueva High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aztec, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Aztec have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Aztec, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mosaic Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 South Main Street
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Lydia Rippey Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Rio Pecos Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: PK-3 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Vista Nueva High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
315 South Ash
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
507 South Park Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 4-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 North Mccoy Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: PK-3 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
C.v. Koogler Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
455 North Light Plant Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Aztec High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 East Chaco
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 9-12 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Aztec, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Aztec, NM include Mosaic Academy Charter, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Vista Nueva High School.
How many public schools are located in Aztec?
7 public schools are located in Aztec.
What is the racial composition of students in Aztec?
Aztec public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Aztec are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aztec include: Mccoy Avenue Elementary School vs. Lydia Rippey Elementary School, Lydia Rippey Elementary School vs. Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
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