- VAUGHN ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 43 students
- VAUGHN HIGH — Grades 6–12 · 27 students
| Metric | Vaughn Municipal Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 46 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↓ 27% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaughn Municipal Schools (this district) | 7/10 | 65th | 46 |
| Rio Rancho Public Schools | 9/10 | 88th | 17,272 |
| Albuquerque Public Schools | 7/10 | 66th | 79,805 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 88 rated districts in NM → 65th percentile → 7/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Vaughn Municipal Schools
Zip code 88321 in Encino, New Mexico is served by Vaughn Municipal Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Vaughn Municipal Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Vaughn Municipal Schools 7 out of 10 — above average among New Mexico public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Mexico is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Vaughn Municipal Schools enrolls 46 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Vaughn Municipal Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New Mexico. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 88321
Children in zip code 88321 are assigned to Vaughn Municipal Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 88321, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Vaughn Municipal Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Mexico districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Encino
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Vaughn Municipal Schools serves zip code 88321, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 88321. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Mexico, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Vaughn Municipal Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 88321.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Vaughn Municipal Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 88321 data.