For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,836 students in 87002, NM.
The top ranked public preschools in 87002, NM are Gil Sanchez Elementary School, Dennis Chavez Elementary School and Rio Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» preschools in zipcode 87002 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 87002, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87002, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gil Sanchez Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
376 Jarales Rd
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1900
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Dennis Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19670 Hwy 314
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1800
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1800
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Rio Grande Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15 Eastside School Rd
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2200
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
La Merced Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Alame Loop
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2100
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2100
Gr: PK-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
La Promesa Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
898 Hwy 304
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2400
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2400
Gr: PK-6 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Jaramillo Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Esperanza Dr
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2001
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2001
Gr: PK-3 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 87002, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in 87002, NM include Gil Sanchez Elementary School, Dennis Chavez Elementary School and Rio Grande Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87002?
6 public preschools are located in 87002.
What is the racial composition of students in 87002?
87002 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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