For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,106 students in Portales, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portales, NM are Lindsey-steiner Elementary School and Valencia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portales, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portales have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portales, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 North Ave M
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7060
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7060
Gr: 5-6 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1415 South Globe
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7090
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7090
Gr: 3-4 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
701 West 18th St
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 359-3675
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 359-3675
Gr: 1-2 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Portales, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Broad Horizons Alt. High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1034 Community Way
Portales, NM 88130
(505) 356-5831
Portales, NM 88130
(505) 356-5831
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Portales, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portales, NM include Lindsey-steiner Elementary School and Valencia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portales?
3 public elementary schools are located in Portales.
What is the racial composition of students in Portales?
Portales public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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