For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 149 students in 87718, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87718, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87718 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87718, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87718, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 75 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 | 74 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87718, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87718, NM include Eagle Nest Middle School and Eagle Nest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87718?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87718.
What is the racial composition of students in 87718?
87718 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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