Best Public Schools in Columbus, NM (2025-26)

Best Columbus Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and score of 13% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Columbus Elementary School

(Math: 24% | Reading: 13%)
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Bottom 50%

7450 Altura Rd. Se
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710

Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

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).