For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,288 students in 88345, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88345, NM are Ruidoso Middle School and White Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88345 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88345, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88345, NM Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ruidoso Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
123 Warrior Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-4051
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-4051
Grades: 6-8
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
White Mountain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
203 White Mountain Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4220
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4220
Grades: 3-5
| 397 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sierra Vista Primary
Magnet School
199 White Mountain Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4943
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4943
Grades: PK-2
| 497 students
88345, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gavilan Canyon (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
200 Horton Circle
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(505) 257-4051
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(505) 257-4051
Grades: 6-11
| 23 students
105 South Sutton Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-9041
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 257-9041
Grades: PK-K
| 208 students
200 Horton Circle
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(505) 258-4150
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(505) 258-4150
Grades: 5-6
| 323 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 88345, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88345, NM include Ruidoso Middle School and White Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88345?
3 public elementary schools are located in 88345.
What is the racial composition of students in 88345?
88345 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% 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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