Albuquerque Public Schools is one of the largest public school systems in the country and Rio Rancho Public Schools is one of the largest in the state. There are as many outstanding private schools also. As in any city, a tour of the schools and discussions with teachers and counselors will be you're best determinate in deciding which school is best for your child. Albuquerque also has a number of universities; The University of New Mexico and The Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute , University of Phoenix and New Mexico Highland University Community Colleges are the amongst the largest.