Best Schools in Vado, New Mexico
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Vado Elementary
Elementary · Gadsden. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$99,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$99,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vado
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 | Vado Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $33,781
- Median home value
- $99,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Vado compares
Median household income
$34k
59% of New Mexico median
About Schools in Vado, New Mexico
Vado, New Mexico is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Vado 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 Vado is Vado Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vado is served by 1 school district: GADSDEN. These districts collectively serve 12,130 students.
Vado's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $33,781. The poverty rate in the area is 41.0%.
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 | 416 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 |
Schools in Vado
Vado, New Mexico · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$33,781
Median Home Value
$99,200
Median Rent
$708/mo
Population
2,689
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
74%
Poverty Rate
41.0%
Community Profile
Vado has a median household income of $33,781. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,200, with a median rent of $708/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Mexico
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Vado, New Mexico
How many schools are in Vado, New Mexico?
Vado has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vado, New Mexico?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vado is 6.4 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 Vado, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Vado on MySchoolScout is Vado Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vado, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vado on MySchoolScout is Vado Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Vado, New Mexico?
Vado is served by 1 school district: Gadsden.
What is the education level in Vado, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Vado have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vado, New Mexico?
The median household income in Vado is approximately $33,781 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vado, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vado is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vado, 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.