Best 88101 New Mexico Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 3,750 students in 88101, NM.
The top-ranked public preschools in 88101, 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.
Public preschools in zipcode 88101 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 32% statewide average). Pre schools in 88101, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88101, NM Public Preschools (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.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #8 - 98. - 9.
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: #8 - 98. - 9.
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: #1010.
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 preschools in 88101, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in 88101, NM include Mesa Elementary School, Zia Elementary School and Barry Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88101?
10 public preschools are located in 88101.
What is the racial composition of students in 88101?
88101 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 84% (majority Hispanic).

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