For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,064 students in 87120, NM (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,308 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 87120, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87120, NM are Horizon Academy West, L.b. Johnson Middle School and Chamiza Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87120 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87120, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87120, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3021 Todos Santos Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
L.b. Johnson Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6811 Taylor Ranch Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-1492
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-1492
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Chamiza Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5401 Homestead Cir Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-5174
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-5174
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9601 Tierra Pintada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 253-0200
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 253-0200
Gr: K-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Marie M Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5701 Mojave Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 897-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7500 La Morada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Gr: PK-8 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6325 Milne Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-3301
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Painted Sky Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Gavin Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7763
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Atrisco Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Susie Rayos Marmon Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1800 72nd St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-5400
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Atrisco Dr. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Gr: PK-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87120, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87120, NM include Horizon Academy West, L.b. Johnson Middle School and Chamiza Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87120?
11 public schools are located in 87120.
What percentage of students in 87120 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 87120 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87120?
87120 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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