For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 453 students in Pecos, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Pecos, NM are Pecos Middle School, Pecos High School and Pecos Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pecos, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Pecos have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Pecos, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pecos Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
North Nm Hwy 63
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Pecos High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
North Nm Hwy 63
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Pecos Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
North Nm Hwy 63
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Pecos, NM 87552
(505) 757-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pecos, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Pecos, NM include Pecos Middle School, Pecos High School and Pecos Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pecos?
3 public schools are located in Pecos.
What is the racial composition of students in Pecos?
Pecos public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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