For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,417 students in 88021, NM.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 88021, NM are Gadsden Middle School, Chaparral Middle School and Desert Pride Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 88021 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88021, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88021, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gadsden Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 West Washington
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: 7-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Chaparral Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Lisa Dr
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-6203
Gr: 7-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Desert Pride Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Shrode Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-0142
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 882-0142
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 88021, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 88021, NM include Gadsden Middle School, Chaparral Middle School and Desert Pride Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 88021?
3 public middle schools are located in 88021.
What is the racial composition of students in 88021?
88021 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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