For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 301 students in 88317, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88317, NM are Cloudcroft Middle School and Cloudcroft Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88317 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88317, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88317, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cloudcroft Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
810 James Canyon Hwy
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
(575) 601-4416
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
(575) 601-4416
Gr: 6-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Cloudcroft Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
810 James Canyon Hwy
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
(575) 601-4416
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
(575) 601-4416
Gr: PK-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88317, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88317, NM include Cloudcroft Middle School and Cloudcroft Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88317?
2 public elementary schools are located in 88317.
What is the racial composition of students in 88317?
88317 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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