For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 542 students in 87116, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87116, NM are Sandia Base Elementary School and Wherry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87116 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87116, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87116, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandia Base Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21001 Wyoming Se Kafb East
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-4356
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-4356
Grades: PK-6
| 298 students
Rank: #22.
Wherry Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Bldg 25000 - Kafb East
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-2434
Albuquerque, NM 87116
(505) 268-2434
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87116, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87116, NM include Sandia Base Elementary School and Wherry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87116?
2 public schools are located in 87116.
What is the racial composition of students in 87116?
87116 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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