For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,813 students in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque, NM.
The neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque, NM public schools have a diversity score of 0.55, which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 0.56.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tony Hillerman Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8101 Rainbow Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-0698
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-0698
Gr: 6-8 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Tierra Antigua Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8121 Rainbow Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3262
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 792-3262
Gr: K-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque, NM include Tony Hillerman Middle School and Tierra Antigua Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque?
the neighborhood of Ancient Mesa, Albuquerque public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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