For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 121 students in Springer, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Springer, NM are Springer High School and Wilferth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Springer, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Springer have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Springer, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springer High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 8th St
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3432
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3432
Gr: 7-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Wilferth Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: 3-6 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: PK-2 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Springer Correctional Facility
Alternative School
201 Hwy 468
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3100
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3100
Gr: 8-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Springer, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Springer, NM include Springer High School and Wilferth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Springer?
4 public schools are located in Springer.
What is the racial composition of students in Springer?
Springer public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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