For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 91 students in Cimarron, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cimarron, NM are Cimarron Middle School and Cimarron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cimarron, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cimarron have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cimarron, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cimarron Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
132 North Collison Ave
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Gr: 5-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Cimarron Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
132 North Collison Ave
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Cimarron, NM 87714
(575) 376-2445
Gr: PK-4 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cimarron, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cimarron, NM include Cimarron Middle School and Cimarron Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cimarron?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cimarron.
What is the racial composition of students in Cimarron?
Cimarron public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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