For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 148 students in Mesilla, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Mesilla, NM is Rio Grande Preparatory Institute. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mesilla, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Mesilla have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mesilla, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Grande Preparatory Institute
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2355 Avenida De Mesilla
Mesilla, NM 88046
(575) 527-6058
Mesilla, NM 88046
(575) 527-6058
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Mesilla, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
San Andres High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
505 S Main,suite 249
Mesilla, NM 88046
(505) 526-2125
Mesilla, NM 88046
(505) 526-2125
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mesilla, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Mesilla, NM include Rio Grande Preparatory Institute.
How many public schools are located in Mesilla?
1 public schools are located in Mesilla.
What is the racial composition of students in Mesilla?
Mesilla public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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