For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 5,438 students in 87112, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87112, NM are Onate Elementary School, Abq School Of Excellence and Public Academy For Performing Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87112 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87112, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87112, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Onate Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12415 Brentwood Hills Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 291-6819
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 291-6819
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Abq School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13201 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 312-7711
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 312-7711
Gr: K-12 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Public Academy For Performing Arts
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11800 Princess Jeanne Ave. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 830-3128
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 830-3128
Gr: 6-12 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Renaissance Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10301 Candelaria Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 4-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Matheson Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10809 Lexington Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-5087
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-5087
Gr: PK-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Grant Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 Easterday Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-2113
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-2113
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Collet Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Morris St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-3010
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-3010
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10600 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-7377
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-7377
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #99.
Bellehaven Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8701 Princess Jeanne St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-7489
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-7489
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9717 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-4483
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-4483
Gr: PK-7 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Mccollum Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10900 San Jacinto St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-5009
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 298-5009
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1212.
Manzano High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 559-2200
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 559-2200
Gr: PK-12 | 1,157 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1313.
Chelwood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12701 Constitution Av Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-5655
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 296-5655
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87112, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87112, NM include Onate Elementary School, Abq School Of Excellence and Public Academy For Performing Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87112?
13 public elementary schools are located in 87112.
What is the racial composition of students in 87112?
87112 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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