For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 306 students in 87326, NM.
The top ranked public school in 87326, NM is David Skeet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87326 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87326, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87326, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
David Skeet Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Rt 45 Jones Ranch Rd
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 721-1700
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 721-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 252 students
Rank: n/an/a
831 Cousins Rd.
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 778-5574
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 778-5574
Grades: K-8
| 54 students
87326, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 278
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 778-5574
Vanderwagen, NM 87326
(505) 778-5574
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87326, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87326, NM include David Skeet Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87326?
2 public schools are located in 87326.
What is the racial composition of students in 87326?
87326 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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