For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 527 students in 88345, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88345, NM is Ruidoso High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88345 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88345, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88345 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ruidoso High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88345, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruidoso High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
125 Warrior Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4910
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4910
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88345, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88345, NM include Ruidoso High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88345?
1 public high schools are located in 88345.
What is the racial composition of students in 88345?
88345 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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