For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 6,942 students in 87121, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87121, NM are Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Edward Gonzales Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 87121 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87121, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87121, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 Aerospace Pkwy Bw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 6-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Gr: PK-9 | 1,117 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Edward Gonzales Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
554 90th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6214
Gr: 3-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Carlos Rey Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Cerrillos Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-7738
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Rudolfo Anaya Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Vermejo Park Dr Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 452-3137
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
George I Sanchez
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4050 118th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 253-0300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,099 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Benavides Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-3030
Gr: 6-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
La Academia De Esperanza
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Maryann Binford Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Corriz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0623
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Jimmy Carter Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8901 Bluewater Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-7540
Gr: 6-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Alamosa Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Sunset Gardens Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 836-0288
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Gr: 6-12 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
8800 Eucariz Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 833-5830
Gr: PK-2 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Rio Grande Academy Of Fine Arts
Charter School
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Gr: K-7 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87121, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87121, NM include Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Edward Gonzales Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87121?
14 public elementary schools are located in 87121.
What is the racial composition of students in 87121?
87121 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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