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Best Schools in Lordsburg, New Mexico

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10
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Choosing a school in Lordsburg?

Use this page to compare every school in Lordsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Central Elementary

7.0/10

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

Dugan-tarango Middle

6.9/10

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

Lordsburg High

5.6/10

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

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Lordsburg for 2026 are Central Elementary (7.0/10), Dugan-tarango Middle (6.9/10), and Lordsburg High (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

in this city

Avg Score

6.2

out of 10

Median Home

$98,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Lordsburg

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Central Elementary 7.0 / 10
2 Dugan-tarango Middle 6.9 / 10
3 Lordsburg High 5.6 / 10
4 R.v.traylor Elementary 5.3 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.2/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$41,600

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$98,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Lordsburg compares

New Mexico rank

#49 of 79

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.0

below New Mexico avg (6.2)

Median household income

$42k

72% of New Mexico median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Lordsburg, New Mexico

Lordsburg, New Mexico is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Lordsburg 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 Lordsburg is Central Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lordsburg is served by 1 school district: LORDSBURG. These districts collectively serve 425 students.

Lordsburg's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,600. The poverty rate in the area is 22.3%.

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: 88045 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 158 students · Pre-K–4th 5.3

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 75 students · 5th–6th 7.0
2 56 students · 7th–8th 6.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 131 students · 9th–12th 5.6

Schools in Lordsburg

Lordsburg, New Mexico · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$41,600

Median Home Value

$98,800

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

3,320

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Community Profile

Lordsburg has a median household income of $41,600. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,800, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
1
Middle
2
High
1

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lordsburg, New Mexico

How many schools are in Lordsburg, New Mexico?

Lordsburg has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lordsburg is 6.2 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 Lordsburg, New Mexico?

The top-ranked school in Lordsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Lordsburg on MySchoolScout is R.v.traylor Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.

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

The top-ranked middle school in Lordsburg on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

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

The top-ranked high school in Lordsburg on MySchoolScout is Lordsburg High with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Lordsburg, New Mexico?

Lordsburg is served by 1 school district: Lordsburg.

What is the education level in Lordsburg, New Mexico?

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

What is the median income in Lordsburg, New Mexico?

The median household income in Lordsburg is approximately $41,600 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lordsburg is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lordsburg, 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.