Taos, New Mexico, zip code 87571 is home to a variety of educational opportunities. Primary and secondary education is provided through the Taos Municipal Schools district which operates five elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. According to the school rating website GreatSchools, all five elementary schools are rated 6-10 with 10 being the highest score, while the two middle schools are rated 6 and 8 respectively. The high school has a score of 9. In addition to public schooling, there is also an array of private institutions offering classes from early childhood development to post-secondary education. These include private pre-Kindergarten centers, libraries offering educational activities for children and families as well as several higher education institutions including two universities and one community college. With its culture rich environment and commitment to quality education, Taos provides excellent resources for young people seeking knowledge in all levels of their academic journey.
Taos (zip 87571) schools spend $11,808 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 743 students per librarian, and 849 children per counselor.