For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,114 students in 88130, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88130, NM are Lindsey-steiner Elementary School and Valencia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88130 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88130, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88130, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindsey-steiner Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 North Ave M
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7060
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7060
Gr: 5-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 76:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1415 South Globe
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7090
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 356-7090
Gr: 3-4 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 89:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
701 West 18th St
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 359-3675
Portales, NM 88130
(575) 359-3675
Gr: 1-2 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 94:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
88130, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Broad Horizons Alt. High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1034 Community Way
Portales, NM 88130
(505) 356-5831
Portales, NM 88130
(505) 356-5831
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88130, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88130, NM include Lindsey-steiner Elementary School and Valencia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88130?
3 public elementary schools are located in 88130.
What is the racial composition of students in 88130?
88130 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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