For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 192 students in Melrose, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Melrose, NM are Melrose Junior and Melrose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melrose, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Melrose have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Melrose, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melrose Junior
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Gr: 6-8 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Melrose Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Melrose, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Melrose, NM include Melrose Junior and Melrose Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Melrose?
2 public elementary schools are located in Melrose.
What is the racial composition of students in Melrose?
Melrose public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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