For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 74 students in 87829, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 87829, NM is Quemado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 87829 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 87829, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 87829 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Quemado 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87829, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quemado High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 60
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Quemado, NM 87829
(575) 773-4700
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 87829, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 87829, NM include Quemado High School.
How many public high schools are located in 87829?
1 public high schools are located in 87829.
What is the racial composition of students in 87829?
87829 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).