| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas City Public Schools | Las Vegas | 5/10 Average · 44th pct | 1,202 | 6 | PK–12 | 4 |
| West Las Vegas Public Schools | Ribera | 3/10 Below Average · 20th pct | 1,555 | 10 | PK–12 | 8 |
| Pecos Independent Schools | Ilfeld | 2/10 Poor · 12th pct | 511 | 3 | PK–12 | 4 |
How San Miguel County compares
Together they enroll 3,268 students across 19 schools. The largest is West Las Vegas Public Schools with 1,555 students. Districts here average 3.3/10, below the New Mexico average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in San Miguel County, New Mexico
San Miguel County has 3 public school districts covering 16 zip codes. The top-rated district in San Miguel County is Las Vegas City Public Schools (5/10). 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 San Miguel County, NM?
3 school districts serve zip codes in San Miguel 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 San Miguel County, NM?
Of the districts serving San Miguel County, Las Vegas City Public Schools has the highest rating on this site at 5/10. That places it in the 44th 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.