For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 534 students in 88005, NM.
The top ranked public preschools in 88005, NM are Columbia Elementary School and Alameda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 88005 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 88005, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88005, NM Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Elks Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-1561
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-1561
Grades: PK-5
| 198 students
Rank: #22.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1325 N. Alameda Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-9486
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-9486
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 88005, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in 88005, NM include Columbia Elementary School and Alameda Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88005?
2 public preschools are located in 88005.
What is the racial composition of students in 88005?
88005 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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