For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 267 students in 88119, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88119, NM are Fort Sumner Middle School, Fort Sumner Elementary School and Fort Sumner High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88119 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88119, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88119, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Sumner Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Sumner Ave
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Gr: 6-8 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Fort Sumner Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Sumner Ave
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Gr: PK-5 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Fort Sumner High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Sumner Ave
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
(575) 355-7734
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88119, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88119, NM include Fort Sumner Middle School, Fort Sumner Elementary School and Fort Sumner High School.
How many public schools are located in 88119?
3 public schools are located in 88119.
What is the racial composition of students in 88119?
88119 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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