Best Schools in Columbus, New Mexico
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Columbus Elementary
Elementary · Deming. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$91,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$91,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Columbus
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbus Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $24,554
- Median home value
- $91,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Columbus compares
Median household income
$25k
43% of New Mexico median
About Schools in Columbus, New Mexico
Columbus, New Mexico is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Columbus show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Columbus is Columbus Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Columbus is served by 1 school district: DEMING. These districts collectively serve 5,232 students.
Columbus's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $24,554. The poverty rate in the area is 37.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 488 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Schools in Columbus
Columbus, New Mexico · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$24,554
Median Home Value
$91,400
Median Rent
$394/mo
Population
1,150
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Community Profile
Columbus has a median household income of $24,554. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,400, with a median rent of $394/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- New Mexico
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Columbus, New Mexico
How many schools are in Columbus, New Mexico?
Columbus has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Columbus, New Mexico?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Columbus is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Columbus, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Columbus, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Columbus on MySchoolScout is Columbus Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Columbus, New Mexico?
Columbus is served by 1 school district: Deming.
What is the education level in Columbus, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Columbus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Columbus, New Mexico?
The median household income in Columbus is approximately $24,554 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Columbus, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Columbus is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Columbus, New Mexico?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.