For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 343 students in 88011, NM.
The top ranked public middle school in 88011, NM is Explore Academy Las Cruces. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88011 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88011, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88011, NM Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Explore Academy Las Cruces
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 N Telshor Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 888-4476
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 888-4476
Gr: 4-10 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 88011, NM?
The top ranked public middle schools in 88011, NM include Explore Academy Las Cruces.
How many public middle schools are located in 88011?
1 public middle schools are located in 88011.
What is the racial composition of students in 88011?
88011 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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