For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,447 students in 88012, NM.
The top ranked public preschools in 88012, NM are Highland Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 88012 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 88012, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88012, NM Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Emerald St
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9636
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Rank: #22.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4675 Peachtree Hills
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 527-9490
Grades: PK-5
| 723 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 88012, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in 88012, NM include Highland Elementary School and Monte Vista Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88012?
2 public preschools are located in 88012.
What is the racial composition of students in 88012?
88012 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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