Best Schools in Sheep Springs, New Mexico
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Naschitti Elementary
Elementary · Central. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$81,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$81,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sheep Springs
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 | Naschitti Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $30,000
- Median home value
- $81,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Avg commute
- 45 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sheep Springs compares
Median household income
$30k
52% of New Mexico median
About Schools in Sheep Springs, New Mexico
Sheep Springs, New Mexico is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Sheep Springs 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 Sheep Springs is Naschitti Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sheep Springs is served by 1 school district: CENTRAL. These districts collectively serve 4,702 students.
Sheep Springs's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $30,000. The poverty rate in the area is 34.2%.
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 | 63 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
Schools in Sheep Springs
Sheep Springs, New Mexico · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$30,000
Median Home Value
$81,000
Median Rent
$704/mo
Population
1,573
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
34.2%
Community Profile
Sheep Springs has a median household income of $30,000. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $81,000, with a median rent of $704/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New Mexico
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sheep Springs, New Mexico
How many schools are in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
Sheep Springs has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sheep Springs is 5.9 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 Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Sheep Springs on MySchoolScout is Naschitti Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sheep Springs on MySchoolScout is Naschitti Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
Sheep Springs is served by 1 school district: Central.
What is the education level in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Sheep Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
The median household income in Sheep Springs is approximately $30,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sheep Springs, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sheep Springs is 7.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sheep Springs, 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.