For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 157 students in 87829, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87829, NM are Quemado High School and Quemado Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87829 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87829, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87829, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Quemado High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Grades: 7-12
| 71 students
Rank: #22.
Quemado Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Grades: PK-6
| 86 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87829, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87829, NM include Quemado High School and Quemado Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87829?
2 public schools are located in 87829.
What is the racial composition of students in 87829?
87829 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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