For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 359 students in 87740, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 87740, NM is Raton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87740 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 87740, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87740 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Raton High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87740, NM Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1535 Tiger Circle
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Grades: 7-12
| 359 students
87740, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
700 North 2nd
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Grades: 2-3
| 132 students
800 South 3rd
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Grades: 4-5
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 87740, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 87740, NM include Raton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87740?
1 public high schools are located in 87740.
What is the racial composition of students in 87740?
87740 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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