For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 165 students in 88020, NM.
The top-ranked public schools in 88020, NM are Animas Middle School, Animas 7-12 School and Animas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88020 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88020, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88020, NM Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Animas Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Panther Dr
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Gr: 5-6 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Animas 7-12 School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Panther Dr
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Animas Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Panther Dr
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Animas, NM 88020
(575) 548-2299
Gr: PK-4 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 88020, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in 88020, NM include Animas Middle School, Animas 7-12 School and Animas Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 88020?
3 public schools are located in 88020.
What is the racial composition of students in 88020?
88020 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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