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Best 87937 New Mexico Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 683 students in 87937, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87937, NM are Hatch Valley Middle School and Rio Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 87937 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 87937, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87937, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hatch Valley Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
901 East Herrera
Hatch, NM 87937
(575) 267-8250
Gr: 6-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Rio Grande Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
940 East Herrera
Hatch, NM 87937
(575) 267-8260
Gr: 3-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Hatch Valley Elementary School
801 East Herrera
Hatch, NM 87937
(575) 267-8270
Gr: PK-2 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 87937, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 87937, NM include Hatch Valley Middle School and Rio Grande Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 87937?
3 public elementary schools are located in 87937.
What is the racial composition of students in 87937?
87937 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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