For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 211 students in Dora, NM.
The top ranked public schools in Dora, NM are Dora High School and Dora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dora, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Dora have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dora, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dora High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 School St
Dora, NM 88115
(575) 477-2216
Dora, NM 88115
(575) 477-2216
Grades: 7-12
| 102 students
Rank: #22.
Dora Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 School St
Dora, NM 88115
(575) 477-2216
Dora, NM 88115
(575) 477-2216
Grades: PK-6
| 109 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dora, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Dora, NM include Dora High School and Dora Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dora?
2 public schools are located in Dora.
What is the racial composition of students in Dora?
Dora public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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