For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 71 students in Hanover, NM.
The top ranked public school in Hanover, NM is San Lorenzo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hanover, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Hanover have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hanover, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
San Lorenzo Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5 Galaz St
Hanover, NM 88041
(575) 537-4011
Hanover, NM 88041
(575) 537-4011
Grades: PK-5
| 71 students
Hanover, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
344 Fourth Street
Hanover, NM 88041
(505) 472-3171
Hanover, NM 88041
(505) 472-3171
Grades: PK
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hanover, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Hanover, NM include San Lorenzo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hanover?
1 public schools are located in Hanover.
What is the racial composition of students in Hanover?
Hanover public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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