For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 436 students in Fruitland, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Fruitland, NM is Ojo Amarillo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fruitland, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Fruitland have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fruitland, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ojo Amarillo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Rd 6500 And Rd 6466
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-5271
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-5271
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: n/an/a
6675 Sj County Road South
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Fruitland, NM 87416
(505) 960-6922
Gr: K-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fruitland, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Fruitland, NM include Ojo Amarillo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fruitland?
2 public schools are located in Fruitland.
What is the racial composition of students in Fruitland?
Fruitland public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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