For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,460 students in 88260, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88260, NM are Yarbro Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Lovington 6th Grade Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88260 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 88260, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88260, NM Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yarbro Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 West Jefferson Ave
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2490
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2490
Grades: 4-5
| 449 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 West Jefferson Ave
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2540
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2540
Grades: 3
| 238 students
Rank: #33.
Lovington 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 West Jefferson Ave
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2330
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2330
Grades: 6
| 270 students
Rank: #44.
Taylor Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 South 11th St
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2435
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2435
Grades: 7-8
| 558 students
Rank: #55.
Lovington High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 West Ave K
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2230
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2230
Grades: 10-12
| 664 students
Rank: #66.
Lovington Freshman Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 17% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 West Ave K
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2260
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2260
Grades: 9
| 345 students
Rank: #77.
New Hope Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 North 5th St
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2415
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2415
Grades: 9-12
| 138 students
Rank: n/an/a
1400 South Sixth
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2580
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2580
Grades: 2
| 223 students
Rank: n/an/a
1202 West Birch Ave
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2625
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2625
Grades: 1
| 251 students
Rank: n/an/a
1000 South First
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2670
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2670
Grades: PK-K
| 324 students
88260, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lea Cy. Detention Cn High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
310 North Fifth St
Lovington, NM 88260
(505) 739-2200
Lovington, NM 88260
(505) 739-2200
Grades: 8-11
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88260, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88260, NM include Yarbro Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Lovington 6th Grade Academy.
How many public schools are located in 88260, NM?
10 public schools are located in 88260, NM.
What is the racial composition of students in 88260, NM?
88260, NM public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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