For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,309 students in 87544, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87544, NM are Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Barranca Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 443 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-6
| 444 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: PK-6
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87544, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87544, NM include Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Barranca Mesa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87544?
3 public elementary schools are located in 87544.
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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