Best Schools in Waterflow, New Mexico
2 schools · 2 Other
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Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$125,500
home value · ACS
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$125,500
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $49,716
- Median home value
- $125,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Waterflow compares
Median household income
$50k
86% of New Mexico median
About Schools in Waterflow, New Mexico
Waterflow, New Mexico is home to 2 schools, including 0 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span .
Waterflow's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,716. The poverty rate in the area is 20.6%.
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.
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open Bible Christian Academy
Private
25 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
| 2 | Open Bible Christian Academy
Private
27 students · 1st–12th | — |
Schools in Waterflow
Waterflow, New Mexico · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,716
Median Home Value
$125,500
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
1,588
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Community Profile
Waterflow has a median household income of $49,716. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,500, with a median rent of $1,647/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Mexico
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Waterflow, New Mexico
How many schools are in Waterflow, New Mexico?
Waterflow has 2 schools, including 0 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in Waterflow, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Waterflow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waterflow, New Mexico?
The median household income in Waterflow is approximately $49,716 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Waterflow, New Mexico?
Yes, Waterflow has 2 private schools alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterflow, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterflow is 4.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waterflow, 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.