For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 121 students in Hurley, NM.
The top ranked public school in Hurley, NM is Hurley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurley, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Hurley have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hurley, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Carasco Ave
Hurley, NM 88043
(575) 537-4011
Hurley, NM 88043
(575) 537-4011
Grades: PK-5
| 121 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hurley, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Hurley, NM include Hurley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hurley?
1 public schools are located in Hurley.
What is the racial composition of students in Hurley?
Hurley public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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