For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,270 students in 88220, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 88220, NM are Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Carlsbad High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 88220 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88220, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88220 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carlsbad Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88220, NM Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlsbad Early College High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 University Dr
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 South Canal St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: K-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 West Church
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,685 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Carlsbad Enrichment Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 N. Alameda Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 1-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
88220, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2415 Carver St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: PK | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Grace House Prog Rtc High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2412 Tulip
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: 8-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
215 North Sixth St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
505 South Alta Vista
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 1-5
120 Kircher St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
2212 Primrose St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
1600 Johnson St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88220, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88220, NM include Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Carlsbad High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88220?
4 public high schools are located in 88220.
What is the racial composition of students in 88220?
88220 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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