For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,919 students in 88310, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88310, NM are Nm School For The Blind And Visually Impaired, Buena Vista Elementary School and Sierra Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88310 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88310, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88310, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nm School For The Blind And Visually Impaired
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 North White Sands
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 437-3505
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 437-3505
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Buena Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 19th St
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5100
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5100
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2211 Puerto Rico Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5800
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5800
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Yucca Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Dale Scott Blvd
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6900
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Chaparral Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 College Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6300
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2410 10th St
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5200
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5200
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 South Washington Avenue
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6400
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Desert Star Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 S Washington Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5750
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5750
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
North Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 North Florida
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
88310, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1500 Oregon Ave
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5600
Alamogordo, NM 88310
(575) 812-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 88310, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88310, NM include Nm School For The Blind And Visually Impaired, Buena Vista Elementary School and Sierra Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88310?
9 public elementary schools are located in 88310.
What is the racial composition of students in 88310?
88310 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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