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Best 87505 New Mexico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,159 students in 87505, NM (there are 12 private schools, serving 1,356 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 87505, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 87505, NM are Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Chaparral Elementary School and Santa Fe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87505 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87505, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87505, NM Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Gr: 7-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2451 Avenida Chaparral
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1400
Gr: K-6 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Santa Fe High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2100 Yucca Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Early College Opportunities
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2301 W. Zia Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2701
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Desert Sage Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2504 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Gr: K-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
E.j. Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
401 North San Mateo
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Milagro Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
351 W. Zia Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3300
Gr: 7-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Nm School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1060 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Francis X. Nava Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2655 Siringo Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1200
Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Salazar Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1231 Apache Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Edward Ortiz Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4164 South Meadows
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Ramirez Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
610 Alta Vista
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
R.m. Sweeney Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Airport Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Thrive Community School
Charter School
7300 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-1990
Gr: K-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 87505, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87505, NM include Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Chaparral Elementary School and Santa Fe High School.
How many public schools are located in 87505?
15 public schools are located in 87505.
What percentage of students in 87505 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 87505 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87505?
87505 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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