For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 5,898 students in 87121, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in 87121, NM are Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 87121 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87121, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87121 have a Graduation Rate of 46%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atrisco Heritage Academy High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87121, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4100 Aerospace Pkwy Bw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Grades: 6-12
| 306 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Grades: PK-9
| 1,117 students
Rank: #33.
Mark Armijo Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Gonzales Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Grades: 9-12
| 220 students
Rank: #44.
West Mesa High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6701 Fortuna Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 831-6993
Grades: 9-12
| 1,612 students
Rank: #55.
Atrisco Heritage Academy High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Dennis Chavez Blv Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1458
Grades: 9-12
| 2,055 students
Rank: #66.
La Academia De Esperanza
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
Rank: #77.
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Grades: 6-12
| 351 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87121, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87121, NM include Sw Aeronautics Mathematics And Science Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 87121?
7 public high schools are located in 87121.
What is the racial composition of students in 87121?
87121 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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