For the 2026 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 41% (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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Maxwell Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4th St And Parque
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Maxwell, NM 87728
(575) 375-2371
Gr: 7-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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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