For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,447 students in 88012, NM (there are 1 private school, serving 120 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 88012, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 88012, NM are Monte Vista Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88012 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88012, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88012, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4675 Peachtree Hills
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Gr: PK-5 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Emerald St
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88012, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88012, NM include Monte Vista Elementary School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88012?
2 public schools are located in 88012.
What percentage of students in 88012 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 88012 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88012?
88012 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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