For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,309 students in 87544, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in 87544, NM are Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Barranca Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 87544 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 87544, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87544, NM Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2280 North Rd
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2325
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2325
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Aspen Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2182 33rd St
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2275
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2275
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Barranca Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
57 Loma Del Escolar
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2730
Los Alamos, NM 87544
(505) 663-2730
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 87544, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 87544, NM include Mountain Elementary School, Aspen Elementary School and Barranca Mesa Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 87544?
3 public preschools are located in 87544.
What is the racial composition of students in 87544?
87544 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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