Best 87549 New Mexico Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 93 students in 87549, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 87549, NM is Mesa Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87549 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87549, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87549 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mesa Vista High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87549, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Vista High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2274
Gr: 9-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 87549 New Mexico

87549, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 1037
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(505) 583-2275
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87549, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87549, NM include Mesa Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87549?
1 public high schools are located in 87549.
What is the racial composition of students in 87549?
87549 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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