For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 619 students in 88081, NM.
The top ranked public school in 88081, NM is Yucca Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88081 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88081, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88081, NM Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yucca Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
580 Angelina Blvd
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Grades: K-6
| 473 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chaparral On-track Prek Center
Magnet School
800 County Line Road
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Grades: PK
| 146 students
Rank: n/an/a
Otero County Prison
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
10 Mcgregor Range Rd
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-4884
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-4884
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88081, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88081, NM include Yucca Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88081?
3 public schools are located in 88081.
What is the racial composition of students in 88081?
88081 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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