For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 939 students in 88005, NM (there are , serving 372 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 88005, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 88005, NM are J Paul Taylor Academy, Alma D'arte Charter and La Academia Dolores Huerta. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 88005 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88005, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88005, NM ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J Paul Taylor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 W. Court Ave Bldg 2
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 652-4006
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 652-4006
Grades: K-8
| 200 students
Rank: #22.
Alma D'arte Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
402 W Court Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 541-0145
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 541-0145
Grades: 9-12
| 137 students
Rank: #33.
La Academia Dolores Huerta
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 West Bell Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-5800
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 68 students
Rank: #44.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Elks Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-1561
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-1561
Grades: PK-5
| 198 students
Rank: #55.
Alameda Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1325 N. Alameda Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-9486
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 527-9486
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88005, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88005, NM include J Paul Taylor Academy, Alma D'arte Charter and La Academia Dolores Huerta.
How many public schools are located in 88005?
5 public schools are located in 88005.
What percentage of students in 88005 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 88005 are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 88005?
88005 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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