Best 88011 New Mexico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,259 students in 88011, NM (there are 2 private schools, serving 86 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 88011, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 88011, NM are Sonoma Elementary School and Explore Academy Las Cruces. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 88011 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88011, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.

Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).