For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 26 students in 88253, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 88253, NM is Lake Arthur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88253, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 88253, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 88253?
1 public middle schools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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