For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 73 students in 88124, NM.
The top ranked public middle school in 88124, NM is Melrose Junior. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88124 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88124, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88124, NM Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melrose Junior
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Missouri Ave
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Melrose, NM 88124
(575) 253-4269
Gr: 6-8 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 88124, NM?
The top ranked public middle schools in 88124, NM include Melrose Junior.
How many public middle schools are located in 88124?
1 public middle schools are located in 88124.
What is the racial composition of students in 88124?
88124 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% 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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