For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 104 students in 87728, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87728, NM are Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell High School and Maxwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87728 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87728, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87728, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Grades: K-6
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Maxwell High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Grades: 9-12
| 35 students
Rank: #33.
Maxwell Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Grades: 7-8
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87728, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87728, NM include Maxwell Elementary School, Maxwell High School and Maxwell Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 87728?
3 public schools are located in 87728.
What is the racial composition of students in 87728?
87728 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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