For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,168 students in 87544, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 87544, NM are Los Alamos High School and Topper Freshman Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87544 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Los Alamos High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Los Alamos High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1300 Diamond Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2210
Gr: 10-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Topper Freshman Academy
(Math: 46% | Reading: 62% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3800 Canyon Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2510
Gr: 9 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87544, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87544, NM include Los Alamos High School and Topper Freshman Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 87544?
2 public high schools are located in 87544.
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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