For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,078 students in 88011, NM (there are , serving 92 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 88011, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 88011, NM are Sonoma Elementary School and Explore Academy Las Cruces. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88011 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88011, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88011, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoma Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4201 Northrise Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 541-7320
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 541-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Explore Academy Las Cruces
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 N Telshor Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 888-4476
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 888-4476
Gr: 4-10 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88011, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88011, NM include Sonoma Elementary School and Explore Academy Las Cruces.
How many public schools are located in 88011?
2 public schools are located in 88011.
What percentage of students in 88011 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 88011 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88011?
88011 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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