For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 247 students in 88401, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88401, NM is Tucumcari High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88401 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88401, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88401 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tucumcari High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88401, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
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 high schools in 88401, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88401, NM include Tucumcari High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88401?
1 public high schools are located in 88401.
What is the racial composition of students in 88401?
88401 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.