For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 129 students in Eagle Nest, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Eagle Nest, NM are Eagle Nest Middle School and Eagle Nest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eagle Nest, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Eagle Nest have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Eagle Nest, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Nest Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 Lake St
Eagle Nest, NM 87718
(575) 376-2445
Eagle Nest, NM 87718
(575) 376-2445
Gr: 5-8 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Eagle Nest Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
132 North Collison
Eagle Nest, NM 87718
(575) 376-2445
Eagle Nest, NM 87718
(575) 376-2445
Gr: PK-4 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Eagle Nest, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Eagle Nest, NM include Eagle Nest Middle School and Eagle Nest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Eagle Nest?
2 public schools are located in Eagle Nest.
What is the racial composition of students in Eagle Nest?
Eagle Nest public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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