For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,619 students in 87123, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87123, NM are Manzano Mesa Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Apache Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87123 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87123, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87123, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manzano Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Elizabeth St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-6707
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-6707
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 General Somervell St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 299-4424
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 299-4424
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Apache Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12800 Copper St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-7735
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 292-7735
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
721 Tomasita Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 298-6701
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 298-6701
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Tomasita Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Tomasita St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 291-6844
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 291-6844
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87123, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87123, NM include Manzano Mesa Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Apache Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87123?
5 public elementary schools are located in 87123.
What is the racial composition of students in 87123?
87123 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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