For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 224 students in La Luz, NM.
The top-ranked public school in La Luz, NM is La Luz Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Luz, NM public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in La Luz have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in La Luz, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Luz Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Alamo
La Luz, NM 88337
(575) 812-5300
La Luz, NM 88337
(575) 812-5300
Gr: K-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
La Luz, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 442
La Luz, NM 88337
(505) 437-4011
La Luz, NM 88337
(505) 437-4011
Gr: 6-8 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in La Luz, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in La Luz, NM include La Luz Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in La Luz?
1 public schools are located in La Luz.
What is the racial composition of students in La Luz?
La Luz public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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