For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 137 students in 88418, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88418, NM are Des Moines Elementary School and Des Moines High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88418 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88418, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88418, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Moines Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
500 Des Moines Avenue
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Gr: PK-6 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Des Moines High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Des Moines Avenue
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88418, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88418, NM include Des Moines Elementary School and Des Moines High School.
How many public schools are located in 88418?
2 public schools are located in 88418.
What is the racial composition of students in 88418?
88418 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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