Hidalgo County Schools & Education
Hidalgo County, New Mexico
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
47/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
82.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 79.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,044
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,957
School Score
47/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 33/100
State Score Position
#8
of 33 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Hidalgo County
Measured School Summary
Hidalgo County has midrange measured school signals (score: 47/100) with a graduation rate of 82.3%, which warrants review in official state and district records.
Funding Context
Hidalgo County spends $9,044 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 42% above the New Mexico average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Hidalgo County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
7 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
47/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #8 of 33 New Mexico counties with school score data.
Completion
82.3%
3.3 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,044
$1,087 above the state average
School coverage
7
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Hidalgo County has 7 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Hidalgo County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Hidalgo County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#8
of 33 New Mexico counties with school score data. The county score is 14 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
Elementary to high school visible
425 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
ANIMAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary to high school visible
146 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS is the largest listed district slice, with 4 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Hidalgo County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Hidalgo County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Hidalgo County, New Mexico
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Rural Education in Hidalgo County
Hidalgo County educates 571 students through 7 public schools organized into two districts. The system includes 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools. Every single campus in the county is situated in a rural locale, emphasizing the county's traditional agricultural and ranching roots.
Lordsburg and Animas Public Schools
Lordsburg Municipal Schools is the largest provider, serving 425 students across 4 schools. Animas Public Schools manages the remaining 3 schools with a total enrollment of 146. There are no charter schools in the county, with all students served by these two traditional public districts.
Small-Town Focus and Rural Reach
The average school size is 82 students, providing a personalized learning atmosphere for all ages. R.V. Traylor Elementary is the largest campus with 155 students, while many other schools serve fewer than 75. This small-scale rural setting fosters close student-teacher relationships across all grade levels.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Hidalgo County
Reported Enrollment
571
7 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Hidalgo County
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
ANIMAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
7 Public Schools in Hidalgo County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 7 of 7 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY | Record | LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | LORDSBURG, 88045Rural: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 155 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH | Record | LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | LORDSBURG, 88045Rural: Remote | 9–12 | High | 134 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY | Record | LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | LORDSBURG, 88045Rural: Remote | 5–6 | Middle | 76 |
| ANIMAS 7-12 SCHOOL | Record | ANIMAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS | ANIMAS, 88020Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 70 |
| DUGAN-TARANGO MIDDLE | Record | LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS | LORDSBURG, 88045Rural: Remote | 7–8 | Middle | 60 |
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY | Record | ANIMAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS | ANIMAS, 88020Rural: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 53 |
| ANIMAS MIDDLE | Record | ANIMAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS | ANIMAS, 88020Rural: Remote | 5–6 | Middle | 23 |
R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
LORDSBURG, 88045 / Rural: Remote
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
LORDSBURG, 88045 / Rural: Remote
DUGAN-TARANGO MIDDLE
LORDSBURG MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
LORDSBURG, 88045 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,044
State avg $7,957
Compare Nearby Counties
Review Hidalgo County against other counties using the same NCES-backed metrics.
Open CompareBrowse Public Schools
See school-level enrollment, grade ranges, school type, and district affiliation.
View SchoolsFrequently Asked Questions
Which New Mexico counties have the highest graduation rates?
What is per-pupil spending like in New Mexico?
How should I read the school score in Hidalgo County?
What is the graduation rate in Hidalgo County?
How much does Hidalgo County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Hidalgo County, New Mexico — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
Hidalgo County educates 571 students through 7 public schools organized into two districts. The system includes 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools. Every single campus in the county is situated in a rural locale, emphasizing the county's traditional agricultural and ranching roots.
What are the major school districts in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
Lordsburg Municipal Schools is the largest provider, serving 425 students across 4 schools. Animas Public Schools manages the remaining 3 schools with a total enrollment of 146. There are no charter schools in the county, with all students served by these two traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Hidalgo County?
The average school size is 82 students, providing a personalized learning atmosphere for all ages. R.V. Traylor Elementary is the largest campus with 155 students, while many other schools serve fewer than 75. This small-scale rural setting fosters close student-teacher relationships across all grade levels.
Counties with Similar School Profile
Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.