For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,162 students in 87505, NM.
The top ranked public middle schools in 87505, NM are Mandela International Magnet (Mims), New Mexico Connections Academy and Desert Sage Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87505 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87505, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87505, NM Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Gr: 7-12 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
New Mexico Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
130 Siringo Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 984-1133
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 984-1133
Gr: 4-12 | 1,410 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Desert Sage Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2504 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Gr: K-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Milagro Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
351 W. Zia Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3300
Gr: 7-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Nm School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Edward Ortiz Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4164 South Meadows
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Thrive Community School
Charter School
7300 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-1990
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-1990
Gr: K-7 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
87505, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1750 Llano Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2003
Gr: 7-8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Sf County Jdc (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4250 Airport Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-2631
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-2631
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 87505, NM?
The top ranked public middle schools in 87505, NM include Mandela International Magnet (Mims), New Mexico Connections Academy and Desert Sage Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 87505?
7 public middle schools are located in 87505.
What is the racial composition of students in 87505?
87505 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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