For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 806 students in 87901, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87901, NM are Sierra Elementary School, T Or C Middle School and T Or C Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87901 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87901, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87901, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Gr: 4-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
T Or C Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Pershing St
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
T Or C Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(575) 894-8150
Gr: PK-3 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
87901, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Geronimo Trails Alt. High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
102 S Pershing St.
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-4603
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-4603
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 24%
1500 North Silver
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-9215
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
(505) 894-9215
Gr: 4-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87901, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87901, NM include Sierra Elementary School, T Or C Middle School and T Or C Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87901?
3 public elementary schools are located in 87901.
What is the racial composition of students in 87901?
87901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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