Best 88434 New Mexico Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 123 students in 88434, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88434, NM are San Jon High School, San Jon Middle School and San Jon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88434 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88434, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88434, NM Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Jon High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7th And Elm Streets
San Jon, NM 88434
(575) 576-2466
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
San Jon Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7th And Elm Streets
San Jon, NM 88434
(575) 576-2466
Gr: 6-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
San Jon Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7th And Elm Streets
San Jon, NM 88434
(575) 576-2466
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 88434, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88434, NM include San Jon High School, San Jon Middle School and San Jon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88434?
3 public schools are located in 88434.
What is the racial composition of students in 88434?
88434 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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