For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 343 students in 88011, NM.
The top ranked public charter school in 88011, NM is Explore Academy Las Cruces. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 88011 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 88011, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88011, NM Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 charter schools in 88011, NM?
The top ranked public charter schools in 88011, NM include Explore Academy Las Cruces.
How many public charter schools are located in 88011?
1 public charter schools are located in 88011.
What is the racial composition of students in 88011?
88011 public charter schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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