De Baca County Schools & Education
De Baca County, New Mexico
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
69/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 79.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,900
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,957
School Score
69/100
Higher = better
State avg 33/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#1
of 33 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: De Baca County
School Verdict
De Baca County performs at an average level with a school score of 69/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
De Baca County spends $9,900 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for De Baca County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 108% above the New Mexico average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 11.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 24% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in De Baca County, New Mexico
Concise Education in a Single District
De Baca County operates a streamlined system of just 3 schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. This single-district approach serves 273 students in a close-knit environment.
Top-Tier Graduation Rates
The county boasts an impressive 90.0% graduation rate, beating both the New Mexico average of 79% and the national 87% benchmark. Spending is also high at $9,900 per pupil, well above the state average.
Fort Sumner Municipal Schools Stand Alone
Fort Sumner Municipal Schools manages all 273 students in the county. With no charter schools, the community focuses its resources entirely on these three core public campuses.
Quiet Rural Schools with Personal Focus
All education in the county takes place in rural settings, with an average school size of 91 students. Fort Sumner Elementary is the largest campus, providing a personal learning experience for 116 students.
Join a High-Performing Rural Community
Families seeking some of the highest graduation rates in the state should look at homes in Fort Sumner. This small-town setting offers a unified school system that consistently outperforms state averages.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in De Baca County
Total Enrollment
273
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in De Baca County
FORT SUMNER MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
3 Public Schools in De Baca County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT SUMNER ELEMENTARY | FORT SUMNER MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 116 |
| FORT SUMNER MIDDLE | FORT SUMNER MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | 6–8 | Middle | 82 |
| FORT SUMNER HIGH | FORT SUMNER MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 75 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,900
State avg $7,957
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in De Baca County, New Mexico — FAQ
What does the school system look like in De Baca County, New Mexico?
De Baca County operates a streamlined system of just 3 schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. This single-district approach serves 273 students in a close-knit environment.
How do schools in De Baca County perform academically?
The county boasts an impressive 90.0% graduation rate, beating both the New Mexico average of 79% and the national 87% benchmark. Spending is also high at $9,900 per pupil, well above the state average.
What are the major school districts in De Baca County, New Mexico?
Fort Sumner Municipal Schools manages all 273 students in the county. With no charter schools, the community focuses its resources entirely on these three core public campuses.
What is the school experience like in De Baca County?
All education in the county takes place in rural settings, with an average school size of 91 students. Fort Sumner Elementary is the largest campus, providing a personal learning experience for 116 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in De Baca County, New Mexico?
Families seeking some of the highest graduation rates in the state should look at homes in Fort Sumner. This small-town setting offers a unified school system that consistently outperforms state averages.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.