For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 534 students in 87024, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 87024, NM are Walatowa Charter High School, Jemez Valley High School and Jemez Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87024 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87024, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87024, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walatowa Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
147 Bear Head Canyon
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-0448
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-0448
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
Jemez Valley High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8501 Hwy 4
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Jemez Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8501 Hwy 4
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Gr: PK-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
San Diego Riverside
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
504 Mission Rd
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #55.
Jemez Valley Middle School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8501 Hwy 4
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7391
Gr: 6-8 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
243 Day School Road
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7304
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
(575) 834-7304
Gr: K-6 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87024, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87024, NM include Walatowa Charter High School, Jemez Valley High School and Jemez Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87024?
6 public schools are located in 87024.
What is the racial composition of students in 87024?
87024 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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