For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 169 students in 87455, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in 87455, NM is Newcomb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 87455 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 87455, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87455, NM Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newcomb Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Us 491
Newcomb, NM 87455
(505) 696-3415
Newcomb, NM 87455
(505) 696-3415
Gr: PK-5 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87455, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87455, NM include Newcomb Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87455?
1 public preschools are located in 87455.
What is the racial composition of students in 87455?
87455 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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