For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 38 students in 88253, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 88253, NM is Lake Arthur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 88253 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Arthur High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88253, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 88253, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88253?
1 public high schools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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