Tecolote, New Mexico

Tecolote is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States. Its population was 298 as of the 2010 census. The community is located along Interstate 25 at Exit 335.
Etymology: The name is Mexican Spanish for "owl".

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the community has an area of, all land.

Education

It is in the West Las Vegas Schools school district. West Las Vegas High School is the area high school.