For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 156 students in 88023, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in 88023, NM is Bayard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 88023 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 88023, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88023, NM Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Park St
Bayard, NM 88023
(575) 537-4011
Bayard, NM 88023
(575) 537-4011
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 88023, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 88023, NM include Bayard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88023?
1 public preschools are located in 88023.
What is the racial composition of students in 88023?
88023 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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