For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 125 students in 87120, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 87120, NM is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87120 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87120, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87120 have a Graduation Rate of 35%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter, with 30-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87120, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Atrisco Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
87120, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4801 Montano Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87120, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87120, NM include Albuquerque Talent Development Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 87120?
1 public high schools are located in 87120.
What is the racial composition of students in 87120?
87120 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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