For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 63 students in 87549, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 87549, NM is Ojo Caliente Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 87549 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87549, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87549, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ojo Caliente Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 285 Junction 111
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2316
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(575) 583-2316
Gr: 4-6 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
87549, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 1037
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(505) 583-2275
Ojo Caliente, NM 87549
(505) 583-2275
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87549, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87549, NM include Ojo Caliente Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87549?
1 public elementary schools are located in 87549.
What is the racial composition of students in 87549?
87549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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