For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,069 students in 87544, NM (there are , serving 185 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 87544, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87544, NM are Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Los Alamos High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2280 North Rd
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2325
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2325
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Aspen Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2182 33rd St
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2275
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2275
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Los Alamos High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1300 Diamond Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Gr: 10-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Barranca Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
57 Loma Del Escolar
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2730
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2730
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Los Alamos Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2101 Hawk Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2375
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2375
Gr: 7-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Topper Freshman Academy
(Math: 46% | Reading: 62% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3800 Canyon Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Gr: 9 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87544, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87544, NM include Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Los Alamos High School.
How many public schools are located in 87544?
6 public schools are located in 87544.
What percentage of students in 87544 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 87544 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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