For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 40 students in 88353, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88353, NM are Vaughn High School and Vaughn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88353 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88353, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88353, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vaughn High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 4th
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Vaughn Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 4th
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Vaughn, NM 88353
(575) 584-2283
Gr: PK-6 | 21 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88353, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88353, NM include Vaughn High School and Vaughn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88353?
2 public schools are located in 88353.
What is the racial composition of students in 88353?
88353 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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