For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 63 students in El Rito, NM.
The top-ranked public school in El Rito, NM is El Rito Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Rito, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in El Rito have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in El Rito, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Rito Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Elementary Rd
El Rito, NM 87530
(575) 581-4273
El Rito, NM 87530
(575) 581-4273
Gr: PK-3 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in El Rito, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in El Rito, NM include El Rito Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in El Rito?
1 public schools are located in El Rito.
What is the racial composition of students in El Rito?
El Rito public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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