For the 2025 school year, there is 1 magnet public middle school serving 301 students in New Mexico.
Learn more about how magnet schools work. The top ranked magnet public middle school in New Mexico is Mandela International Magnet (Mims). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Mexico magnet public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 34% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Magnet Public Middle Schools in New Mexico (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Grades: 7-12
| 301 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked magnet public middle schools in New Mexico?
The top ranked magnet public middle schools in New Mexico include Mandela International Magnet (Mims).
How many magnet public middle schools are located in New Mexico?
1 magnet public middle schools are located in New Mexico.
What is the racial composition of students in New Mexico?
New Mexico magnet public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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