For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 4,541 students in Clovis, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clovis, NM are Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clovis, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clovis have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clovis, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 Norris
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Zia Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2400 Norris St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Barry Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3401 Thornton St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 East Plains St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4445
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4445
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
W D Gattis Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 N. Thornton Street
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4305
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4305
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Sandia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2801 Lore St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Marshall 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Commerce Way
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: 6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
La Casita Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Davis St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Cms Iacademy At Lincoln Jackson
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
206 Alphon St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: K-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
Arts Academy At Bella Vista
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Cesar Chavez Dr
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
James Bickley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 West 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 E. 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Clovis, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Curry Jdc High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 19000
Clovis, NM 88102
(505) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88102
(505) 769-4300
Gr: 8-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 69%
1606 Sr 311
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clovis, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clovis, NM include Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clovis?
12 public elementary schools are located in Clovis.
What is the racial composition of students in Clovis?
Clovis public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Clovis are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Clovis include: Highland Elementary School vs. Barry Elementary School, Marshall 6th Grade Academy vs. W D Gattis Middle School, Zia Elementary School vs. Mesa Elementary School
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