For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,522 students in Aztec, NM.
The top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM are Mosaic Academy Charter, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Vista Nueva High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aztec, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Aztec have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Aztec, NM (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mosaic Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 South Main Street
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: K-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Lydia Rippey Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Rio Pecos Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: PK-3 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Vista Nueva High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
315 South Ash
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Park Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
507 South Park Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 4-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 North Mccoy Ave
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: PK-3 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
C.v. Koogler Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
455 North Light Plant Rd
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Aztec High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 East Chaco
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(575) 334-9474
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Aztec, New Mexico ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1600 Lydia Rippey Road
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-6565
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-6565
Gr: 9-12
Tiger Learning Cnt (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1607 W Aztec Blvd
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-9474
Aztec, NM 87410
(505) 334-9474
Gr: PK-K | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Aztec, NM include Mosaic Academy Charter, Lydia Rippey Elementary School and Vista Nueva High School.
How many public schools are located in Aztec?
7 public schools are located in Aztec.
What is the racial composition of students in Aztec?
Aztec public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Aztec are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aztec include: Mccoy Avenue Elementary School vs. Lydia Rippey Elementary School, Lydia Rippey Elementary School vs. Mccoy Avenue Elementary School
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