For the 2025 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 7,528 students in Clovis, NM (there are , serving 562 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Clovis, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Clovis, NM are Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clovis, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Clovis have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clovis, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 Norris
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #22.
Zia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2400 Norris St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 399 students
Rank: #33.
Barry Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3401 Thornton St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #44.
Clovis High School Freshman Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Cameo
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: 9
| 533 students
Rank: #55.
W D Gattis Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 N. Thornton Street
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4305
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4305
Grades: 7-8
| 556 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 East Plains St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4445
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4445
Grades: PK-5
| 269 students
Rank: #77.
Sandia Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2801 Lore St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
Rank: #88.
Marshall 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Commerce Way
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: 6
| 517 students
Rank: #99.
Clovis High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Thornton
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,514 students
Rank: #1010.
Cameo Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Cameo St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 279 students
Rank: #1111.
Cms Iacademy At Lincoln Jackson
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
206 Alphon St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: K-12
| 161 students
Rank: #1212.
La Casita Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Davis St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #1313.
Yucca Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Sycamore
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: 7-8
| 455 students
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
Arts Academy At Bella Vista
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Cesar Chavez Dr
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
James Bickley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 West 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 E. 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #1717.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1113 S. Oak St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Clovis, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Curry Jdc High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 19000
Clovis, NM 88102
(505) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88102
(505) 769-4300
Grades: 8-12
| 16 students
Lincoln Jackson Arts (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
206 Alphon St
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1606 Sr 311
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Clovis, NM 88101
(505) 769-4300
Grades: K-5
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clovis, NM?
The top ranked public schools in Clovis, NM include Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clovis?
18 public schools are located in Clovis.
What percentage of students in Clovis go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Clovis are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clovis?
Clovis public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clovis are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clovis include: Clovis High School Freshman Academy vs. Clovis High School, Yucca Middle School vs. W D Gattis Middle School, Highland Elementary School vs. Barry Elementary School
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