For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 481 students in Raton, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Raton, NM is Raton Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Raton, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Raton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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 Raton, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raton Intermediate
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 South Third
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9881
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9881
Gr: 3-6 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
700 East 4th
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9261
Gr: PK-2 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Raton, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 North 2nd
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Gr: 2-3 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
800 South 3rd
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Raton, NM 87740
(505) 445-9111
Gr: 4-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Raton, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Raton, NM include Raton Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in Raton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Raton.
What is the racial composition of students in Raton?
Raton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% 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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