For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 911 students in 88401, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88401, NM are Tucumcari Middle School, Tucumcari High School and Tucumcari Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88401 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88401, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88401, NM Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tucumcari Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 South 5th St
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Gr: 6-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Tucumcari High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 South 7th St
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Tucumcari Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1623 South 9th St
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(575) 461-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
88401, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
913 South Third St
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(505) 461-3271
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(505) 461-3271
Gr: 5 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Quay County Jdc High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 1046
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(505) 461-3910
Tucumcari, NM 88401
(505) 461-3910
Gr: 7-10 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88401, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88401, NM include Tucumcari Middle School, Tucumcari High School and Tucumcari Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88401?
3 public schools are located in 88401.
What is the racial composition of students in 88401?
88401 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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