For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 81 students in 87829, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 87829, NM is Quemado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 87829 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 87829, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87829, NM Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quemado High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 87829, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 87829, NM include Quemado High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 87829?
1 public middle schools are located in 87829.
What is the racial composition of students in 87829?
87829 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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