For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,045 students in 87106, NM (there are , serving 336 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 87106, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 87106, NM are Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Bandelier Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87106 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87106, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87106, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science
Charter School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
933 Bradbury Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 559-4249
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 559-4249
Grades: 6-12
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Bandelier Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3309 Pershing St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8744
Grades: K-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3211 Monte Vista Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2030
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #44.
College And Career High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
525 Buena Vista Dr Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-4880
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-4880
Grades: 9-12
| 268 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
712 Girard Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-8691
Grades: 6-8
| 606 students
Rank: #66.
Mission Achievement And Success 1.0
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 Yale Blvd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Grades: PK-12
| 1,138 students
Rank: #77.
The International School At Mesa Del Sol
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Bobby Foster Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 508-3295
Grades: PK-12
| 341 students
Rank: #88.
Montezuma Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Indian School Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #99.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Sunshine Terrace Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 764-2011
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 764-2011
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: n/an/a
Continuation School
Special Education School
5100 2nd St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 468-7284
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 468-7284
Grades: PK-12
| 15 students
Rank: n/an/a
Unm Mimbres School
Alternative School
1001 Yale Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2890
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2890
Grades: PK-12
| 14 students
87106, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2551 Karsten Ct Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 765-5517
Grades: 9-12
| 75 students
Cess High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
725 University Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 243-4493
Grades: 9-12
| 273 students
Cien Aguas International (Closed 2024)
Charter School
2000 Randolph Rd. Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 255-0001
Grades: K-8
| 419 students
1900 Randolph Rd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-4247
Grades: 6-8
| 86 students
1900 Randolph Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 880-3744
Grades: K-6
| 89 students
1404 Lead Ave Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 463-6554
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 463-6554
Grades: 7-10
| 77 students
United Community Academy Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 400-6828
(505) 400-6828
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87106, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87106, NM include Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, Bandelier Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87106?
11 public schools are located in 87106.
What percentage of students in 87106 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 87106 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87106?
87106 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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