For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 391 students in 87801, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87801, NM are Cottonwood Valley Charter and R. Sarracino Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87801 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87801, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87801, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Neel St
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 838-2026
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 838-2026
Gr: K-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
R. Sarracino Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1425 El Camino Real
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0283
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0283
Gr: 6-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87801, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87801, NM include Cottonwood Valley Charter and R. Sarracino Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87801?
2 public middle schools are located in 87801.
What is the racial composition of students in 87801?
87801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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