Total enrollment
831
-100 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
3 schools in Raton
New Mexico · Public K-12
Raton reports 3 public K-12 schools and approximately 831 students enrolled, per NCES, an average school size near 277.
7-year change in Raton
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
24%
was 32%
% Hispanic
75%
was 66%
% Black
0%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY | Elementary | PK-02 | 235 |
| RATON HIGH | High | 07-12 | 350 |
| RATON INTERMEDIATE | Elementary | 03-06 | 246 |
About Raton
Raton, New Mexico is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 831 students. By school count, it is a sparse city.
Looking at the level breakdown, the city comprises 2 elementary, and 1 high.
Schools in Raton average about 277 students each, 19% noticeably below the New Mexico norm.
Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 11%: 931 students in SY 2017-18 versus 831 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the Hispanic share of enrollment rose from 66% to 75%.
Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Raton discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.