For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,613 students in 88021, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88021, NM are Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Loma Linda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88021 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88021, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88021, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1451 Donaldson Ave
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: K-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Desert Trail Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
290 East Lisa
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: K-6 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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%
88021, New Mexico Public 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 elementary schools in 88021, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88021, NM include Anthony Elementary School, La Union Elementary School and Loma Linda Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88021?
7 public elementary schools are located in 88021.
What is the racial composition of students in 88021?
88021 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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