For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 313 students in Tatum, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Tatum, NM are Tatum Elementary School, Tatum Jr High School and Tatum High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tatum, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Tatum have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tatum, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tatum Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
115 West 3rd St
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: PK-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Tatum Jr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 West 3rd Street
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: 7-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Tatum High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
307 West 3rd Street
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Tatum, NM 88267
(575) 398-4455
Gr: 9-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tatum, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Tatum, NM include Tatum Elementary School, Tatum Jr High School and Tatum High School.
How many public schools are located in Tatum?
3 public schools are located in Tatum.
What is the racial composition of students in Tatum?
Tatum public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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