For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 632 students in 87002, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87002, NM are Belen Family School and Belen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 87002 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87002, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87002, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belen Family School
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4 Eastside School Road
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2270
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-2270
Gr: 1-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Belen Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
314 South 4th St
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1600
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1600
Gr: 7-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87002, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87002, NM include Belen Family School and Belen Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87002?
2 public middle schools are located in 87002.
What is the racial composition of students in 87002?
87002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).