For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 488 students in 88029, NM.
The top ranked public school in 88029, NM is Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
school in zipcode 88029 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88029, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88029, NM Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7450 Altura Rd. Se
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Columbus, NM 88029
(575) 531-2710
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88029, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88029, NM include Columbus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88029?
1 public schools are located in 88029.
What is the racial composition of students in 88029?
88029 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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