For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 269 students in 88230, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88230, NM is Dexter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88230 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88230, NM have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88230 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dexter High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88230, NM Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 North Lincoln
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Dexter, NM 88230
(575) 734-5420
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88230, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88230, NM include Dexter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88230?
1 public high schools are located in 88230.
What is the racial composition of students in 88230?
88230 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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