For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 485 students in Raton, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in Raton, NM is Raton Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Raton, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Raton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Raton, NM (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raton Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 South Third
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9881
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9881
Grades: 3-6
| 234 students
Rank: n/an/a
Longfellow Elementary School
Magnet School
700 East 4th
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Grades: PK-2
| 251 students
Raton, 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 elementary schools in Raton, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Raton, NM include Raton Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in Raton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Raton.
What is the racial composition of students in Raton?
Raton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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