For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public preschools serving 3,792 students in Clovis, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in Clovis have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Clovis, NM (2026)
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 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
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 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Cameo Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Cameo St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
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 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
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 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
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 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
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 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1113 S. Oak St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
3301 Thornton
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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 preschools in Clovis, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Clovis, NM include Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Clovis?
12 public preschools are located in Clovis.
What is the racial composition of students in Clovis?
Clovis public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Clovis are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Clovis include: James Bickley Elementary School vs. Cameo Elementary School, Highland Elementary School vs. Barry Elementary School, Sandia Elementary School vs. La Casita Elementary School
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