For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 116 students in 87747, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 87747, NM are Springer High School and Wilferth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 87747 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 87747, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87747, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springer High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 8th St
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3432
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3432
Gr: 7-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Wilferth Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: 3-6 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
311 Miranda
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3485
Gr: K-2 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Springer Correctional Facility
Alternative School
201 Hwy 468
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3100
Springer, NM 87747
(575) 483-3100
Gr: 8-12 | 3 students
87747, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 308
Springer, NM 87747
(505) 483-2482
Springer, NM 87747
(505) 483-2482
Gr: PK | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
1351 8th St
Springer, NM 87747
(505) 483-2482
Springer, NM 87747
(505) 483-2482
Gr: 6-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 87747, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 87747, NM include Springer High School and Wilferth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 87747?
4 public schools are located in 87747.
What is the racial composition of students in 87747?
87747 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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