Best 88435 New Mexico Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 195 students in 88435, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88435, NM is Santa Rosa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 88435 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88435, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88435 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Santa Rosa High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88435, NM Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Rosa High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
717 3rd St
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-3171
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Guadalupe County Corrections
Alternative School
South Hwy 54
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-1001
Gr: 8-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88435, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88435, NM include Santa Rosa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88435?
2 public high schools are located in 88435.
What is the racial composition of students in 88435?
88435 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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