For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 84 students in Red River, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Red River, NM is Red River Valley Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Red River, 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 55% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Red River have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Red River, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Red River Valley Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 E High St
Red River, NM 87558
(575) 754-6117
Red River, NM 87558
(575) 754-6117
Gr: PK-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Red River, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Red River, NM include Red River Valley Charter School.
How many public schools are located in Red River?
1 public schools are located in Red River.
What is the racial composition of students in Red River?
Red River public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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