For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 523 students in 87825, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87825, NM are Magdalena Middle School and Magdalena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87825 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87825, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87825, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magdalena Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Duggins Dr
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Grades: 6-8
| 68 students
Rank: #22.
Magdalena Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Duggins Dr
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Grades: PK-5
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mile Marker 29 Highway 169 Nor
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2635
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2635
Grades: K-12
| 315 students
87825, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hwy. 169, P.o. Box 907
Magdalena, NM 87825
(505) 854-2635
Magdalena, NM 87825
(505) 854-2635
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87825, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87825, NM include Magdalena Middle School and Magdalena Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87825?
3 public elementary schools are located in 87825.
What is the racial composition of students in 87825?
87825 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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