Top 10 Best 88021 New Mexico Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,855 students in 88021, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 88021, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 88021, NM are Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Desert Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88021 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 88021, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88021, NM Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Anthony Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: PK-6
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
La Union Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
875 Mercantile
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: PK-6
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Trail Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
290 East Lisa
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: K-6
| 413 students
Rank: #44.
Alta Vista Early College High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5235 Highway 28
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 211 students
Rank: #55.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1451 Donaldson Ave
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: K-6
| 309 students
Rank: #66.
Berino Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
455 Shrode Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: PK-6
| 355 students
Rank: #77.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
300 Lisa Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: PK-6
| 432 students
Rank: #88.
Chaparral Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
290 Lisa Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: 7-8
| 625 students
Rank: #99.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 County Line Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: PK-6
| 387 students
Rank: #1010.
Chaparral High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
800 County Line Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: 9-12
| 1,017 students
Rank: #1111.
Gadsden High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6308 Hwy 28
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: 9-12
| 1,334 students
Rank: #1212.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 West Washington
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Grades: 7-8
| 712 students
Rank: n/an/a
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-1904
Grades: PK
| 112 students
Rank: n/an/a
Desert Pride Academy
Alternative School
100 Shrode Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-0142
Grades: 7-12
| 253 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 88021 New Mexico

88021, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
129 Tawa
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Grades: PK
| 13 students
P.o. Drawer 70
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Grades: PK
| 7 students
780 Landers Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 885-0600
Grades: 7-12
| 95 students
P.o. Drawer 70
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-1904
Grades: PK
| 14 students
1325 W. Washington
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-6203
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 88021, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88021, NM include Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Desert Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88021, NM?
14 public schools are located in 88021, NM.
What percentage of students in 88021, NM go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 88021, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88021, NM?
88021, NM public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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