Best Dexter Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 Elementary School and Dexter Middle 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 24% (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 (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
400 West 1st
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Dexter Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 North Lincoln
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

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 Elementary School and Dexter Middle 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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