For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 126 students in 88253, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88253, NM are Lake Arthur High School, Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88253, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Arthur Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Grades: 6-8
| 27 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 61 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88253, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur High School, Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88253?
3 public schools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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