For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 445 students in 87416, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in 87416, NM is Ojo Amarillo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87416 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87416, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87416, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
6675 Sj County Road South
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Gr: K-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 87416, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 87416, NM include Ojo Amarillo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87416?
2 public elementary schools are located in 87416.
What is the racial composition of students in 87416?
87416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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