For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,454 students in 88012, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 120 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 88012, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 88012, NM are Highland Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88012 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88012, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88012, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Emerald St
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Grades: PK-5
| 776 students
Rank: #22.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4675 Peachtree Hills
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Grades: PK-5
| 678 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88012, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88012, NM include Highland Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88012, NM?
2 public schools are located in 88012, NM.
What percentage of students in 88012, NM go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 88012, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88012, NM?
88012, NM public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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