For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,928 students in 87402, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 219 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 87402, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87402, NM are San Juan College High School and Piedra Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87402 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87402, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87402, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Juan College High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4601 College Boulevard
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 566-3986
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 566-3986
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Piedra Vista High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5700 College Blvd
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 599-8880
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 599-8880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,511 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Farmington Preschool Academy East
Special Education School
5840 Fortuna Dr
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 599-8625
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 599-8625
Gr: PK | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87402, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87402, NM include San Juan College High School and Piedra Vista High School.
How many public schools are located in 87402?
3 public schools are located in 87402.
What percentage of students in 87402 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 87402 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87402?
87402 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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