For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 459 students in 87413, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87413, NM is Mesa Alta Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87413 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87413, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87413, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Alta Jr High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
329 North Bergin Ln
Bloomfield, NM 87413
(505) 632-8021
Bloomfield, NM 87413
(505) 632-8021
Gr: 7-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
35 Road 7585 # 5003
Bloomfield, NM 87413
(505) 960-0356
Bloomfield, NM 87413
(505) 960-0356
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87413, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87413, NM include Mesa Alta Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87413?
2 public middle schools are located in 87413.
What is the racial composition of students in 87413?
87413 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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