For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 88 students in Lake Arthur, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM are Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lake Arthur, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lake Arthur have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lake Arthur, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Grades: 6-8
| 27 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Arthur Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 61 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lake Arthur, NM include Lake Arthur Middle School and Lake Arthur Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lake Arthur?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lake Arthur.
What is the racial composition of students in Lake Arthur?
Lake Arthur public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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