For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,270 students in Carlsbad, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM are Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Carlsbad High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlsbad, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in Carlsbad have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Carlsbad, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carlsbad Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Carlsbad, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlsbad Early College High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 University Dr
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-9415
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 South Canal St
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: K-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 West Church
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,685 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Carlsbad Enrichment Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 N. Alameda Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Carlsbad, NM 88220
(575) 234-3300
Gr: 1-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, NM include Carlsbad Early College High School, Jefferson Montessori and Carlsbad High School.
How many public high schools are located in Carlsbad?
4 public high schools are located in Carlsbad.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlsbad?
Carlsbad public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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