For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 133 students in 87553, NM.
The top ranked public preschool in 87553, NM is Penasco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 87553 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 87553, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87553, NM Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penasco Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13 School Rd
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Grades: PK-5
| 133 students
87553, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15025 State Rd 75
Penasco, NM 87553
(555) 555-5555
Penasco, NM 87553
(555) 555-5555
Grades: K-6
| 25 students
P.o. Box 520
Penasco, NM 87553
(505) 587-2503
Penasco, NM 87553
(505) 587-2503
Grades: 9-12
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 87553, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in 87553, NM include Penasco Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87553?
1 public preschools are located in 87553.
What is the racial composition of students in 87553?
87553 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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