For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,233 students in 87104, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87104, NM are Montessori Of The Rio Grande, Tierra Adentro and Duranes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87104 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87104, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87104, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montessori Of The Rio Grande
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1650 Gabaldon Dr. N.w.
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 842-5993
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 842-5993
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Tierra Adentro
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1781 Bellemah Ave
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 967-4720
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 967-4720
Gr: 6-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Duranes Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2436 Zickert Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2017
Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Reginald Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Mountain Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 764-2008
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Native American Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Indian School Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 266-0992
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 266-0992
Gr: K-12 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87104, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87104, NM include Montessori Of The Rio Grande, Tierra Adentro and Duranes Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87104?
5 public elementary schools are located in 87104.
What is the racial composition of students in 87104?
87104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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