Best Public Schools in Columbus, NM (2026)

Best Columbus Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 488 students in Columbus, NM.

The top-ranked public school in Columbus, NM is Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Columbus, NM public school have an score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and score of 13% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.

Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Columbus, NM (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Columbus Elementary School

(Math: 24% | Reading: 13%)
:

Bottom 50%

7450 Altura Rd. Se
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710

Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Columbus, NM?

The top-ranked public schools in Columbus, NM include Columbus Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Columbus?

1 public schools are located in Columbus.

What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?

Columbus public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).