Best Cimarron Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 170 students in Cimarron, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Cimarron, NM are Cimarron Middle School, Cimarron Elementary School and Cimarron High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cimarron, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Cimarron have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Cimarron, NM (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cimarron Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
132 North Collison Ave
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Gr: 5-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cimarron Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
132 North Collison Ave
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Gr: PK-4 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cimarron High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
165 North Collison Ave
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Cimarron, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Cimarron, NM include Cimarron Middle School, Cimarron Elementary School and Cimarron High School.
How many public schools are located in Cimarron?
3 public schools are located in Cimarron.
What is the racial composition of students in Cimarron?
Cimarron public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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