For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,447 students in 88012, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in 88012, NM are Monte Vista Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 88012 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 88012, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88012, NM Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4675 Peachtree Hills
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Gr: PK-5 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Emerald St
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 88012, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 88012, NM include Monte Vista Elementary School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88012?
2 public preschools are located in 88012.
What is the racial composition of students in 88012?
88012 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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