Best 88253 New Mexico Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 27 students in 88253, NM.
The top ranked public middle school in 88253, NM is Lake Arthur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88253, NM Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 88253, NM?
The top ranked public middle schools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 88253?
1 public middle schools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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