For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,659 students in Anthony, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM are Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Loma Linda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anthony, NM public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in Anthony have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Anthony, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthony Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
La Union Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
875 Mercantile
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1451 Donaldson Ave
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Desert Trail Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
290 East Lisa
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Lisa Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 County Line Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Berino Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455 Shrode Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-1904
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-1904
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM include Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Loma Linda Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Anthony?
8 public preschools are located in Anthony.
What is the racial composition of students in Anthony?
Anthony public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Anthony are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Anthony include: Berino Elementary School vs. Anthony Elementary School, Anthony Elementary School vs. Berino Elementary School
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