For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 416 students in Vado, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Vado, NM is Vado Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vado, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Vado have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Vado, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vado Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
330 Holguin Rd
Vado, NM 88072
(575) 882-6203
Vado, NM 88072
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vado, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Vado, NM include Vado Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Vado?
1 public schools are located in Vado.
What is the racial composition of students in Vado?
Vado public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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