For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 726 students in Eunice, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Eunice, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Eunice, NM are Eunice High School, Mettie Jordan Elementary School and Caton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eunice, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Eunice have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Eunice, NM (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eunice High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 19th Street
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-2332
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-2332
Grades: 9-12
| 219 students
Rank: #22.
Mettie Jordan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Avenue M
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-2440
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-2440
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
Rank: #33.
Caton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1109 16th Street
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-3338
Eunice, NM 88231
(575) 394-3338
Grades: 6-8
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Eunice, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Eunice, NM include Eunice High School, Mettie Jordan Elementary School and Caton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Eunice?
3 public schools are located in Eunice.
What percentage of students in Eunice go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Eunice are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Eunice?
Eunice public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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