For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 106 students in 87556, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in 87556, NM is Alta Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 87556 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 87556, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87556, NM Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4 Wildcat Rd
Questa, NM 87556
(575) 586-0032
Questa, NM 87556
(575) 586-0032
Gr: PK-3 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87556, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87556, NM include Alta Vista Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87556?
1 public preschools are located in 87556.
What is the racial composition of students in 87556?
87556 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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