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Best Clovis Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,387 students in Clovis, NM (there are 3 private schools, serving 525 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Clovis, NM are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in Clovis, NM are Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clovis, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Clovis have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Clovis, NM (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4801 Norris
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Zia Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2400 Norris St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Barry Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3401 Thornton St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Clovis High School Freshman Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1400 Cameo
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: 9 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 East Plains St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4445
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
W D Gattis Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5100 N. Thornton Street
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4305
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Sandia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2801 Lore St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Marshall 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 Commerce Way
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: 6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #99.
Clovis High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 Thornton
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,506 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
La Casita Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
400 Davis St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Cms Iacademy At Lincoln Jackson
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
206 Alphon St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: K-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1212.
Yucca Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 Sycamore
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: 7-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1313.
Arts Academy At Bella Vista
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2900 Cesar Chavez Dr
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
James Bickley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 West 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 E. 14th St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1616.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1113 S. Oak St
Clovis, NM 88101
(575) 769-4300
Gr: PK | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Clovis, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Clovis, NM include Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clovis?
16 public schools are located in Clovis.
What percentage of students in Clovis go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Clovis are educated in public schools (compared to the NM state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clovis?
Clovis public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clovis are often viewed compared to one another?

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