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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Grants, New Mexico

14 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High

Public: 13
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
Estimated Scores: 8%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

46% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$67,511

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$154,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
23%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
64%

Of occupied housing units

How Grants compares

New Mexico rank

#19 of 79

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above New Mexico avg (6.3)

Median household income

$68k

117% of New Mexico median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Grants, New Mexico

Grants, New Mexico is home to 14 schools, including 13 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Grants show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Grants is Seboyeta Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Grants is served by 2 school districts: NM CORRECTIONS, GRANTS. These districts collectively serve 3,254 students.

Grants's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,511. The poverty rate in the area is 25.4%.

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: 87020 (14)

Elementary Schools

8 schools
# School Rating
1 30 students · Kindergarten–6th 9.4
2 201 students · Kindergarten–6th 8.8
3 51 students · Kindergarten–6th 8.3
4 373 students · Pre-K–6th 7.4
5 68 students · Kindergarten–6th 7.3
6 417 students · Pre-K–6th 7.2
7 477 students · Pre-K–6th 6.0
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 57 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 422 students · 7th–8th 6.8
2 53 students · 7th–8th 4.3

High Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 47 students · 9th–12th 6.7
2 184 students · 9th–12th 4.5
3 817 students · 9th–12th 4.1
4 2 students · 8th–12th

Schools in Grants

Grants, New Mexico · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$67,511

Median Home Value

$154,900

Median Rent

$741/mo

Population

11,874

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

64%

Poverty Rate

25.4%

Community Profile

Grants has a median household income of $67,511. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,900, with a median rent of $741/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
14
Elementary
8
Middle
2
High
4
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.6/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Grants, New Mexico

How many schools are in Grants, New Mexico?

Grants has 14 schools, including 13 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grants is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Grants, New Mexico?

The top-ranked school in Grants on MySchoolScout is Seboyeta Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Grants on MySchoolScout is Seboyeta Elementary with a composite score of 9.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Grants, New Mexico?

The top-ranked middle school in Grants on MySchoolScout is Los Alamitos Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best high school in Grants, New Mexico?

The top-ranked high school in Grants on MySchoolScout is Gccs Early College High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve Grants, New Mexico?

Grants is served by 2 school districts: Nm Corrections, Grants.

What is the education level in Grants, New Mexico?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Grants have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Grants, New Mexico?

The median household income in Grants is approximately $67,511 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Grants, New Mexico?

Yes, Grants has 1 private school alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Teresa of Avila Catholic School with a score of 5.5/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grants is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grants, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.