For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,012 students in Anthony, NM.
The top ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM are Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Chaparral Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anthony, NM public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in Anthony have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools in Anthony, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthony Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
La Union Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
875 Mercantile
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Lisa Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 County Line Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Berino Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455 Shrode Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: PK-6 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
609 Church St
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-1904
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-1904
Gr: PK | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Anthony, New Mexico ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alma De Valle Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
129 Tawa
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Gr: PK | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
P.o. Drawer 70
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-3531
Gr: PK | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Anthony Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
780 Landers Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 885-0600
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 885-0600
Gr: 7-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Anthony Child Dev. Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Special Education School
P.o. Drawer 70
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-1904
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-1904
Gr: PK | 14 students
Homeboundhospital (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1325 W. Washington
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(505) 882-6203
Gr: PK-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in Anthony, NM include Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Chaparral Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Anthony?
6 public preschools are located in Anthony.
What is the racial composition of students in Anthony?
Anthony public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Anthony are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Anthony include: Berino Elementary School vs. Anthony Elementary School, Anthony Elementary School vs. Berino Elementary School
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