For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 445 students in Fruitland, NM.
The top ranked public school in Fruitland, NM is Ojo Amarillo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fruitland, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Fruitland have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fruitland, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Rd 6500 And Rd 6466
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-5271
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-5271
Grades: PK-6
| 299 students
Rank: n/an/a
6675 Sj County Road South
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Grades: K-6
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fruitland, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Fruitland, NM include Ojo Amarillo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fruitland?
2 public schools are located in Fruitland.
What is the racial composition of students in Fruitland?
Fruitland public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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