For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 194 students in 87549, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87549, NM are Mesa Vista Middle School, Mesa Vista High School and Ojo Caliente Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87549 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87549, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87549, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Vista Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2274
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2274
Grades: 7-8
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Mesa Vista High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2274
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2274
Grades: 9-12
| 93 students
Rank: #33.
Ojo Caliente Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2316
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2316
Grades: 4-6
| 63 students
87549, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 1037
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(505) 583-2275
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(505) 583-2275
Grades: 9-12
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87549, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87549, NM include Mesa Vista Middle School, Mesa Vista High School and Ojo Caliente Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87549?
3 public schools are located in 87549.
What is the racial composition of students in 87549?
87549 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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