For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 40 students in Vaughn, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Vaughn, NM are Vaughn High School and Vaughn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vaughn, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Vaughn have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Vaughn, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vaughn High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 4th
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Vaughn Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 4th
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Gr: PK-6 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vaughn, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Vaughn, NM include Vaughn High School and Vaughn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Vaughn?
2 public schools are located in Vaughn.
What is the racial composition of students in Vaughn?
Vaughn public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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