Best Public Schools in Zip Code 87410

The 87410 zip code area in New Mexico is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Aztec school district. While the district is ranked 64 out of 119 in the state and has a 2-star rating, a few standout schools emerge from the data.

Lydia Rippey Elementary is the highest-performing elementary school in the area, ranking 82 out of 433 New Mexico elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. It boasts the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts (50%) and Mathematics (38%) compared to the other schools. Meanwhile, Mosaic Academy Charter consistently ranks in the top half of New Mexico elementary schools and has the highest proficiency rates in Science (41%).

The data also reveals stark disparities in academic performance, with Lydia Rippey Elementary and Mosaic Academy Charter outperforming the other schools by a wide margin. This suggests that factors beyond just economic disadvantage (as indicated by the 100% free/reduced lunch rates across all schools) are contributing to the differences in student outcomes. Additionally, Aztec High, the largest high school in the area, has seen its statewide ranking drop in recent years, while Vista Nueva High has shown signs of improvement, indicating the potential for targeted interventions to support student achievement across the district.