For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 19 students in 88353, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 88353, NM is Vaughn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88353 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88353, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88353 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vaughn High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88353, NM Public High 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 88353, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 88353, NM include Vaughn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88353?
1 public high schools are located in 88353.
What is the racial composition of students in 88353?
88353 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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