For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 488 students in Columbus, NM.
The top ranked public school in Columbus, NM is Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Columbus, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7450 Altura Rd. Se
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Columbus, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Columbus, NM include Columbus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Columbus?
1 public schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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