Best 88253 New Mexico Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 67 students in 88253, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in 88253, NM is Lake Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88253, NM Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 88253, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88253?
1 public preschools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

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