For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 494 students in 88256, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88256, NM are Loving Elementary School and Loving Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88256 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88256, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88256, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Loving Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 South Sixth
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2071
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2071
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
Rank: #22.
Loving Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 South Sixth
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2051
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2051
Grades: 6-8
| 159 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 88256, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88256, NM include Loving Elementary School and Loving Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88256?
2 public elementary schools are located in 88256.
What is the racial composition of students in 88256?
88256 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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