For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,287 students in Sierra County, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Sierra County, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Sierra County, NM are Arrey Elementary School, T Or C Middle School and Sierra Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sierra County, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Sierra County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sierra County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arrey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7 Arrey Cemetery Rd
Arrey, NM 87930
(575) 894-8150
Arrey, NM 87930
(575) 894-8150
Grades: PK-5
| 110 students
Rank: #22.
T Or C Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1802 Pershing St
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Grades: 6-8
| 283 students
Rank: #33.
Sierra Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Grades: 4-5
| 144 students
Rank: #44.
Hot Springs High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Pershing Ave
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Grades: 9-12
| 361 students
Rank: #55.
T Or C Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Grades: PK-3
| 389 students
Sierra County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Geronimo Trails Alt. High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
102 S Pershing St.
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-4603
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-4603
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-9215
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-9215
Grades: 4-5
| 207 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sierra County, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Sierra County, NM include Arrey Elementary School, T Or C Middle School and Sierra Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sierra County?
5 public schools are located in Sierra County.
What percentage of students in Sierra County go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Sierra County are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sierra County?
Sierra County public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.