For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 121 students in Lake Arthur, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Lake Arthur, NM are Lake Arthur High School, Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lake Arthur, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Lake Arthur have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lake Arthur, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Lake Arthur Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lake Arthur, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Lake Arthur, NM include Lake Arthur High School, Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lake Arthur?
3 public schools are located in Lake Arthur.
What is the racial composition of students in Lake Arthur?
Lake Arthur public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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