For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 101 students in 88028, NM.
The top ranked public elementary school in 88028, NM is Cliff Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 88028 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88028, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88028, NM Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cliff Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
622 State Hwy 211
Cliff, NM 88028
(575) 535-2051
Cliff, NM 88028
(575) 535-2051
Grades: PK-6
| 101 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 88028, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 88028, NM include Cliff Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88028?
1 public elementary schools are located in 88028.
What is the racial composition of students in 88028?
88028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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