Best Public Schools in Zip Code 87420


Summary:

The 87420 zip code area is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all part of the Central Consolidated Schools district. While the district is ranked 112 out of 119 in New Mexico and has a 0-star rating, Eva B Stokely Elementary stands out as the highest-performing school in the area, with a 2-star rating and the best proficiency rates in Language Arts (27%) and Mathematics (31%).

The schools in this area serve a predominantly Native American student population, with 92% to 100% of students identifying as such. Additionally, these schools have extremely high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 93.75% to 100%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. Across the board, the schools in the 87420 zip code area significantly underperform compared to state averages, with proficiency rates as low as 2% in Mathematics at Nizhoni Elementary.

While some schools, such as Dream Dine Charter School, have smaller class sizes and lower student-teacher ratios, the data suggests that these factors alone are not enough to overcome the significant educational challenges faced by the schools in this area. Addressing the underlying socioeconomic factors and providing targeted interventions and support will be crucial for improving student outcomes in the 87420 zip code schools.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Mexico Public Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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