For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 79 students in Melrose, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in Melrose, NM is Melrose High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melrose, NM public high school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in Melrose have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
Melrose, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Melrose High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Melrose, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melrose High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4267
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4267
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Melrose, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in Melrose, NM include Melrose High School.
How many public high schools are located in Melrose?
1 public high schools are located in Melrose.
What is the racial composition of students in Melrose?
Melrose public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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