For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,017 students in 88210, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88210, NM are Yeso Elementary School, Artesia Zia Intermediate and Hermosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88210 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88210, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88210, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yeso Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1812 Centre Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: 1-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Artesia Zia Intermediate
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Bullock Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: 6-7 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Hermosa Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Hermosa Dr
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: 1-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
405 South Sixth
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: K-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Roselawn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 North Roselawn Ave
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: K-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Yucca Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 North 13th St
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Artesia, NM 88210
(575) 746-3585
Gr: 1-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
88210, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Homeboundhospital (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1106 W Quay
Artesia, NM 88210
(505) 746-2777
Artesia, NM 88210
(505) 746-2777
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88210, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88210, NM include Yeso Elementary School, Artesia Zia Intermediate and Hermosa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88210?
6 public elementary schools are located in 88210.
What is the racial composition of students in 88210?
88210 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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