For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 59 students in 87036, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 87036, NM is Mountainair High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87036 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87036, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87036 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mountainair High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87036, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountainair High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 West 3rd St
Mountainair, NM 87036
(505) 847-2333
Mountainair, NM 87036
(505) 847-2333
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87036, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87036, NM include Mountainair High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87036?
1 public high schools are located in 87036.
What is the racial composition of students in 87036?
87036 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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