For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,101 students in 87417, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87417, NM are Judy Nelson Elementary School, Kirtland Elementary School and Kirtland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87417 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87417, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87417, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Judy Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40 Rd 6580
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6285
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6285
Grades: K-6
| 485 students
Rank: #22.
Kirtland Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 Rd 6446
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5893
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5893
Grades: K-6
| 365 students
Rank: #33.
Kirtland Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
538 Rd 6100
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6114
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-6114
Grades: 7-8
| 436 students
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 Rd 6100
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5881
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 598-5881
Grades: 9-12
| 750 students
87417, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
540 Rd 6580
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Grades: 4-6
| 230 students
5 Cr 6575
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Kirtland, NM 87417
(505) 368-4984
Grades: K-3
| 364 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87417, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87417, NM include Judy Nelson Elementary School, Kirtland Elementary School and Kirtland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 87417, NM?
5 public schools are located in 87417, NM.
What is the racial composition of students in 87417, NM?
87417, NM public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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