Top 5 Best Artesia Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,997 students in Artesia, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, NM are Yeso Elementary School, Hermosa Elementary School and Roselawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Artesia, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Artesia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Artesia, NM (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yeso Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1812 Centre Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: 1-5
| 493 students
Rank: #22.
Hermosa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
601 Hermosa Dr
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: 1-5
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
Roselawn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
600 North Roselawn Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: K-5
| 184 students
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
405 South Sixth
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: K-5
| 148 students
Rank: #55.
Artesia Zia Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1100 Bullock Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: 6-7
| 546 students
Rank: #66.
Yucca Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
900 North 13th St
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Grades: 1-5
| 333 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Artesia, New Mexico

Artesia, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1106 W Quay
Artesia, NM 88210
(505) 746-2777
Grades: K-12
| 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, NM include Yeso Elementary School, Hermosa Elementary School and Roselawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Artesia?
6 public elementary schools are located in Artesia.
What is the racial composition of students in Artesia?
Artesia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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