For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,047 students in Socorro County, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 388 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Socorro County, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Socorro County, NM are Cottonwood Valley Charter, Socorro High School and San Antonio Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Socorro County, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in Socorro County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Socorro County (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Neel St
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 838-2026
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 838-2026
Grades: K-8
| 170 students
Rank: #22.
Socorro High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Michigan St
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0700
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 499 students
Rank: #33.
San Antonio Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 4th St
San Antonio, NM 87832
(575) 835-1758
San Antonio, NM 87832
(575) 835-1758
Grades: PK-5
| 88 students
Rank: #44.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9 Midway Rd
Polvadera, NM 87828
(575) 835-1098
Polvadera, NM 87828
(575) 835-1098
Grades: K-5
| 87 students
Rank: #55.
Magdalena Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 Duggins Dr
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Grades: 6-8
| 70 students
Rank: #66.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
107 Franciso De Avad
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-1086
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-1086
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #77.
R. Sarracino Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1425 El Camino Real
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0283
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-0283
Grades: 6-8
| 271 students
Rank: #88.
Magdalena High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Duggins Dr
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Grades: 9-12
| 90 students
Rank: #99.
Magdalena Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Duggins Dr
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2241
Grades: PK-5
| 120 students
Rank: n/an/a
29 Nm-169
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2635
Magdalena, NM 87825
(575) 854-2635
Grades: K-12
| 293 students
Socorro County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hwy. 169, P.o. Box 907
Magdalena, NM 87825
(505) 854-2635
Magdalena, NM 87825
(505) 854-2635
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
239 Garfield Ave
Socorro, NM 87801
(505) 835-0300
Socorro, NM 87801
(505) 835-0300
Grades: PK
| n/a students
511 El Camino Real
Socorro, NM 87801
(505) 835-0300
Socorro, NM 87801
(505) 835-0300
Grades: 4-5
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Socorro County, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Socorro County, NM include Cottonwood Valley Charter, Socorro High School and San Antonio Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Socorro County, NM?
10 public schools are located in Socorro County, NM.
What percentage of students in Socorro County, NM go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Socorro County, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Socorro County, NM?
Socorro County, NM public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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