For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 79 students in 88418, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 88418, NM is Des Moines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 88418 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88418, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88418, NM Public Elementary Schools (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88418, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88418, NM include Des Moines Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88418?
1 public elementary schools are located in 88418.
What is the racial composition of students in 88418?
88418 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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