For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 699 students in 88256, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88256, NM are Loving Elementary School, Loving Middle School and Loving High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88256 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88256, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88256, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loving Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 South Sixth
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2071
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2071
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Loving Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 South Sixth
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2051
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2051
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Loving High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
602 South Sixth
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2020
Loving, NM 88256
(575) 745-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88256, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88256, NM include Loving Elementary School, Loving Middle School and Loving High School.
How many public schools are located in 88256?
3 public schools are located in 88256.
What is the racial composition of students in 88256?
88256 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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