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Best Schools in Fruitland, New Mexico

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Public: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.3/10
Estimated Scores: 50%
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Use this page to compare every school in Fruitland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Ojo Amarillo Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary · Central. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.3

out of 10

Median Home

$91,300

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Fruitland

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Ojo Amarillo Elementary 6.7 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$41,875

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$91,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Fruitland compares

Median household income

$42k

73% of New Mexico median

About Schools in Fruitland, New Mexico

Fruitland, New Mexico is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Fruitland 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 Fruitland is Ojo Amarillo Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Fruitland is served by 2 school districts: CENTRAL, Nenahnezad Community School. These districts collectively serve 4,848 students.

Fruitland's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,875. The poverty rate in the area is 36.3%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 87416 (2)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 299 students · Pre-K–6th 6.7
2 146 students · Kindergarten–6th 3.8

Schools in Fruitland

Fruitland, New Mexico · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$41,875

Median Home Value

$91,300

Median Rent

$888/mo

Population

4,354

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

36.3%

Community Profile

Fruitland has a median household income of $41,875. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,300, with a median rent of $888/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Fruitland, New Mexico

How many schools are in Fruitland, New Mexico?

Fruitland has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Fruitland, New Mexico?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fruitland is 5.3 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 Fruitland, New Mexico?

The top-ranked school in Fruitland on MySchoolScout is Ojo Amarillo Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Fruitland, New Mexico?

The top-ranked elementary school in Fruitland on MySchoolScout is Ojo Amarillo Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Fruitland, New Mexico?

Fruitland is served by 2 school districts: Central, Nenahnezad Community School.

What is the education level in Fruitland, New Mexico?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Fruitland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Fruitland, New Mexico?

The median household income in Fruitland is approximately $41,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Fruitland, New Mexico?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fruitland is 24.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fruitland, 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.