For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 281 students in 88023, NM.
The top ranked public high school in 88023, NM is Cobre High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88023 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88023, NM have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88023 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cobre High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88023, NM Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cobre High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Tom Foy Blvd
Bayard, NM 88023
(575) 537-4020
Bayard, NM 88023
(575) 537-4020
Grades: 9-12
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 88023, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in 88023, NM include Cobre High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88023?
1 public high schools are located in 88023.
What is the racial composition of students in 88023?
88023 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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