For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 137 students in Des Moines, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Des Moines, NM are Des Moines Elementary School and Des Moines High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Des Moines, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Des Moines have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Des Moines, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Moines Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
500 Des Moines Avenue
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Gr: PK-6 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Des Moines High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Des Moines Avenue
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Des Moines, NM 88418
(575) 278-2611
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Des Moines, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Des Moines, NM include Des Moines Elementary School and Des Moines High School.
How many public schools are located in Des Moines?
2 public schools are located in Des Moines.
What is the racial composition of students in Des Moines?
Des Moines public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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