For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 38 students in 88253, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88253, NM is Lake Arthur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88253 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88253, NM have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88253 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Arthur High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88253, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Arthur High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Broadway
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Lake Arthur, NM 88253
(575) 365-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88253, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88253, NM include Lake Arthur High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88253?
1 public high schools are located in 88253.
What is the racial composition of students in 88253?
88253 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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