For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 93 students in 87549, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 87549, NM is Mesa Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87549 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87549, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87549 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mesa Vista High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87549, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
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 high schools in 87549, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87549, NM include Mesa Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87549?
1 public high schools are located in 87549.
What is the racial composition of students in 87549?
87549 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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