For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 544 students in Dexter, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, NM are Dexter Middle School and Dexter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dexter, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dexter Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 North Lincoln
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Grades: 6-8
| 186 students
Rank: #22.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 West 1st
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Grades: PK-5
| 358 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dexter, NM include Dexter Middle School and Dexter Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dexter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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