For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,144 students in Carlsbad, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in Carlsbad, NM is Ocotillo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlsbad, NM public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in Carlsbad have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Carlsbad, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocotillo Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2106 Captain Williams Ln
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 628-4498
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 628-4498
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
1801 West Lea St.
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: PK-K | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
1801 West Lea St.
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3303
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3303
Gr: PK | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Carlsbad, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Carlsbad, NM include Ocotillo Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Carlsbad?
3 public preschools are located in Carlsbad.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlsbad?
Carlsbad public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).
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