For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 27 students in 88353, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 88353, NM is Vaughn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88353 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88353, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88353, NM Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vaughn High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 4th
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 88353, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 88353, NM include Vaughn High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 88353?
1 public middle schools are located in 88353.
What is the racial composition of students in 88353?
88353 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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