Best Schools in Santa Clara, New Mexico
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Central Elementary
Elementary · Cobre. 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
$120,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$120,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Clara
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 | Central Elementary | 6.0 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $46,094
- Median home value
- $120,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Santa Clara compares
Median household income
$46k
80% of New Mexico median
About Schools in Santa Clara, New Mexico
Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara is Central Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Santa Clara is served by 1 school district: COBRE. These districts collectively serve 973 students.
Santa Clara's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,094. The poverty rate in the area is 30.0%.
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 | 136 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Schools in Santa Clara
Santa Clara, New Mexico · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,094
Median Home Value
$120,900
Median Rent
$710/mo
Population
1,636
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
70%
Poverty Rate
30.0%
Community Profile
Santa Clara has a median household income of $46,094. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,900, with a median rent of $710/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Santa Clara, New Mexico
How many schools are in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
Santa Clara has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Santa Clara on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Clara on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Santa Clara, New Mexico?
Santa Clara is served by 1 school district: Cobre.
What is the education level in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Santa Clara have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
The median household income in Santa Clara is approximately $46,094 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Clara, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Clara is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Clara, 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.