Best 88008 New Mexico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,266 students in 88008, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88008, NM are Santa Teresa Elementary School, Santa Teresa Middle School and Santa Teresa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88008 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88008, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88008, NM Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Teresa Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
201 Commerciantes
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Santa Teresa Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4800 Mcnutt Rd
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
(575) 882-6203
Gr: 7-8 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Santa Teresa High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Airport Rd
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
(575) 882-6203
Gr: 9-12 | 1,177 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 88008 New Mexico

88008, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
5340 Mcnutt Rd
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
(555) 555-5555

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 88008, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88008, NM include Santa Teresa Elementary School, Santa Teresa Middle School and Santa Teresa High School.
How many public schools are located in 88008?
3 public schools are located in 88008.
What is the racial composition of students in 88008?
88008 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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