For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 296 students in 88435, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88435, NM are Santa Rosa Middle School and Santa Rosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88435 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88435, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88435, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Rosa Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
116 Camino De Vida
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-3171
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-3171
Gr: 6-8 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Santa Rosa Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
658 5th St
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-3171
Santa Rosa, NM 88435
(575) 472-3171
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88435, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88435, NM include Santa Rosa Middle School and Santa Rosa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88435?
2 public elementary schools are located in 88435.
What is the racial composition of students in 88435?
88435 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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