For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 101 students in 87560, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87560, NM are Valley Middle School and Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87560 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87560, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87560, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
85 Nm Hwy 484
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Gr: 6-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
85 Nm Hwy 484
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Ribera, NM 87560
(505) 426-2311
Gr: PK-5 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87560, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87560, NM include Valley Middle School and Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87560?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87560.
What is the racial composition of students in 87560?
87560 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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