For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 79 students in 88418, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in 88418, NM is Des Moines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 88418 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88418, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88418, NM Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 88418, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88418, NM include Des Moines Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88418?
1 public elementary schools are located in 88418.
What is the racial composition of students in 88418?
88418 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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