For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 14 students in 87821, NM (there are , serving 8 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 87821, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 87821 have a diversity score of 0.41, which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 0.56.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87821, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Datil Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7395 Hwy 12
Datil, NM 87821
(575) 773-4700
Datil, NM 87821
(575) 773-4700
Gr: K-6 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 87821, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 87821, NM include Datil Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87821?
1 public schools are located in 87821.
What percentage of students in 87821 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 87821 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 87821?
87821 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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