For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,161 students in Carlsbad, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM are Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Pecos Connections Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlsbad, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in Carlsbad have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Carlsbad, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carlsbad Early College High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Carlsbad, NM (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carlsbad Early College High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 University Dr
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Grades: 9-12
| 202 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 South Canal St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Grades: K-12
| 234 students
Rank: #33.
Pecos Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1503 West Pierce Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 236-4005
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 236-4005
Grades: K-12
| 1,887 students
Rank: #44.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 West Church
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,405 students
Rank: n/an/a
Carlsbad Enrichment Center
Alternative School
700 W Stevens St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Grades: 1-12
| 433 students
Carlsbad, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
406 West Lea
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| n/a students
2415 Carver St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: PK
| 159 students
700 West Stevens St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| n/a students
Grace House Prog Rtc High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2412 Tulip
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 8-12
| 12 students
215 North Sixth St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| 238 students
505 South Alta Vista
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| n/a students
120 Kircher St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| 345 students
2212 Primrose St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| 311 students
1600 Johnson St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(505) 234-3300
Grades: 1-5
| 272 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM include Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Pecos Connections Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Carlsbad, NM?
5 public high schools are located in Carlsbad, NM.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlsbad, NM?
Carlsbad, NM public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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