For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 271 students in Melrose, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Melrose, NM are Melrose High School, Melrose Junior and Melrose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melrose, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Melrose have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Melrose, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melrose High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4267
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4267
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Melrose Junior
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Gr: 6-8 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Melrose Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Melrose, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Melrose, NM include Melrose High School, Melrose Junior and Melrose Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Melrose?
3 public schools are located in Melrose.
What is the racial composition of students in Melrose?
Melrose public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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