For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 19 students in 87728, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87728, NM is Maxwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87728 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87728, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87728, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 87728, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87728, NM include Maxwell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87728?
1 public middle schools are located in 87728.
What is the racial composition of students in 87728?
87728 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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