For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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