For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,731 students in 88310, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 321 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 88310, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 88310, NM are Sierra Elementary School, Buena Vista Elementary School and Yucca Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88310 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 88310, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88310, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2211 Puerto Rico Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5800
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5800
Grades: K-5
| 309 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Buena Vista Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 19th St
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5100
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5100
Grades: K-5
| 205 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Yucca Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 Dale Scott Blvd
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6900
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
Rank: #44.
Desert Star Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Washington Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5750
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5750
Grades: K-5
| 484 students
Rank: #55.
Nm School For The Blind And Visually Impaired
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 North White Sands
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 437-3505
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 437-3505
Grades: PK-12
| 40 students
Rank: #66.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 South Washington Avenue
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6400
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Rank: #77.
Chaparral Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 College Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6300
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: #88.
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2410 10th St
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5200
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5200
Grades: K-5
| 413 students
Rank: #99.
Alamogordo High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
103 Cuba Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6500
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,562 students
Rank: #1010.
North Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 North Florida
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 187 students
Rank: #1111.
Academy Del Sol Alt.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Florida Ave Bldg C
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5500
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5500
Grades: 10-12
| 30 students
Rank: n/an/a
805 E 12th St Bldg F
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Grades: PK
| 114 students
88310, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1500 Oregon Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5600
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88310, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88310, NM include Sierra Elementary School, Buena Vista Elementary School and Yucca Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88310, NM?
12 public schools are located in 88310, NM.
What percentage of students in 88310, NM go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 88310, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88310, NM?
88310, NM public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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