For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 310 students in 88267, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88267, NM are Tatum Elementary School, Tatum Jr High School and Tatum High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88267 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88267, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88267, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tatum Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
115 West 3rd St
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: PK-6 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Tatum Jr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 West 3rd Street
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: 7-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Tatum High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
307 West 3rd Street
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88267, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88267, NM include Tatum Elementary School, Tatum Jr High School and Tatum High School.
How many public schools are located in 88267?
3 public schools are located in 88267.
What is the racial composition of students in 88267?
88267 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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