For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 813 students in Dexter, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in Dexter, NM are Dexter Elementary School, Dexter Middle School and Dexter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dexter, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Dexter have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dexter, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 West 1st
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Dexter Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 North Lincoln
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Dexter High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 North Lincoln
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dexter, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Dexter, NM include Dexter Elementary School, Dexter Middle School and Dexter High School.
How many public schools are located in Dexter?
3 public schools are located in Dexter.
What is the racial composition of students in Dexter?
Dexter public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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