| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animas Public Schools | Playas | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 146 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Lordsburg Municipal Schools | Lordsburg | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 425 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Hidalgo County compares
Together they enroll 571 students across 7 schools. The largest is Lordsburg Municipal Schools with 425 students. Districts here average 4.5/10, below the New Mexico average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Hidalgo County, New Mexico
Hidalgo County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Hidalgo County is Animas Public Schools (7/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in New Mexico. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Hidalgo County, NM?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Hidalgo County, NM. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Hidalgo County, NM?
Of the districts serving Hidalgo County, Animas Public Schools has the highest rating on this site at 7/10. That places it in the 69th percentile among New Mexico school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on New Mexico reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in New Mexico and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within New Mexico only, never across state lines.