For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 264 students in 88005, NM.
The top ranked public middle schools in 88005, NM are J Paul Taylor Academy and La Academia Dolores Huerta. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 88005 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88005, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88005, NM Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J Paul Taylor Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 W. Court Ave Bldg 2
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 652-4006
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 652-4006
Grades: K-8
| 198 students
Rank: #22.
La Academia Dolores Huerta
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 West Bell Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-5800
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 88005, NM?
The top ranked public middle schools in 88005, NM include J Paul Taylor Academy and La Academia Dolores Huerta.
How many public middle schools are located in 88005?
2 public middle schools are located in 88005.
What is the racial composition of students in 88005?
88005 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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