For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 155 students in 87829, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 87829, NM are Quemado Elementary School and Quemado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87829 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87829, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87829, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quemado Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Quemado High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87829, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87829, NM include Quemado Elementary School and Quemado High School.
How many public schools are located in 87829?
2 public schools are located in 87829.
What is the racial composition of students in 87829?
87829 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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