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Best 88260 New Mexico Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,132 students in 88260, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in 88260, NM are Lovington Freshman Academy, New Hope Alternative High School and Lovington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 88260 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88260, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88260 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lovington High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88260, NM Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lovington Freshman Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 17% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
701 West Ave K
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2260
Gr: 9 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
New Hope Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
601 North 5th St
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2415
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Lovington High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
701 West Ave K
Lovington, NM 88260
(575) 739-2230
Gr: 10-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 88260 New Mexico

88260, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
310 North Fifth St
Lovington, NM 88260
(505) 739-2200
Gr: 8-11 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88260, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88260, NM include Lovington Freshman Academy, New Hope Alternative High School and Lovington High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88260?
3 public high schools are located in 88260.
What is the racial composition of students in 88260?
88260 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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