For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 270 students in 87553, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 87553, NM are Penasco High School, Penasco Middle School and Penasco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87553 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87553, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87553, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penasco High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13 School Rd
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
Rank: #22.
Penasco Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13 School Rd
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Grades: 6-8
| 69 students
Rank: #33.
Penasco Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13 School Rd
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Penasco, NM 87553
(575) 587-2230
Grades: PK-5
| 133 students
87553, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15025 State Rd 75
Penasco, NM 87553
(555) 555-5555
Penasco, NM 87553
(555) 555-5555
Grades: K-6
| 25 students
P.o. Box 520
Penasco, NM 87553
(505) 587-2503
Penasco, NM 87553
(505) 587-2503
Grades: 9-12
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87553, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87553, NM include Penasco High School, Penasco Middle School and Penasco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87553?
3 public schools are located in 87553.
What is the racial composition of students in 87553?
87553 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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