For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 73 students in 87829, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 87829, NM is Quemado Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 87829 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87829, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87829, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quemado Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87829, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87829, NM include Quemado Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87829?
1 public elementary schools are located in 87829.
What is the racial composition of students in 87829?
87829 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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