For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 483 students in Columbus, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Columbus, NM is Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Columbus, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7450 Altura Rd. Se
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Columbus, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Columbus, NM include Columbus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Columbus?
1 public schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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