For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 93 students in Lake Arthur, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM are Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lake Arthur, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lake Arthur have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lake Arthur, NM (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%
Rank: #22.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
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 elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM include Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lake Arthur?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lake Arthur.
What is the racial composition of students in Lake Arthur?
Lake Arthur public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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