For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 426 students in 88001, NM.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 88001, NM are Las Montanas Charter and New America School - Las Cruces. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 88001 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Charter schools in 88001, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88001, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Las Montanas Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1405 S. Solano Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 636-2100
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 636-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
New America School - Las Cruces
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Main St
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 527-9085
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 527-9085
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 88001, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 88001, NM include Las Montanas Charter and New America School - Las Cruces.
How many public charter schools are located in 88001?
2 public charter schools are located in 88001.
What is the racial composition of students in 88001?
88001 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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