For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 109 students in Carrizozo, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carrizozo, NM are Carrizozo Elementary School and Carrizozo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carrizozo, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Carrizozo have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Carrizozo, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carrizozo Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 D Ave
Carrizozo, NM 88301
(575) 648-2348
Carrizozo, NM 88301
(575) 648-2348
Grades: K-5
| 70 students
Rank: #22.
Carrizozo Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 D Ave
Carrizozo, NM 88301
(575) 648-2348
Carrizozo, NM 88301
(575) 648-2348
Grades: 6-8
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Carrizozo, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carrizozo, NM include Carrizozo Elementary School and Carrizozo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carrizozo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Carrizozo.
What is the racial composition of students in Carrizozo?
Carrizozo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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