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Best 88220 New Mexico Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,809 students in 88220, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88220, NM are Ocotillo Elementary School, Monterrey Elementary School and Sunset Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 88220 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 88220, NM have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88220, NM Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocotillo Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2106 Captain Williams Ln
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 628-4498
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Monterrey Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1600 Johnson St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3309
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
923 North Walter St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Desert Willow Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2100 Primrose St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3310
Gr: K-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
800 West Church St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
101 South Canal St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: K-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1609 W Lea Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3304
Gr: K-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
301 South Alta Vista St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #99.
Carlsbad Enrichment Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
406 N. Alameda Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 1-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Edison Elementary School
406 N. Alameda Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 628-4498
Gr: 1-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 88220, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 88220, NM include Ocotillo Elementary School, Monterrey Elementary School and Sunset Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 88220?
10 public elementary schools are located in 88220.
What is the racial composition of students in 88220?
88220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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