For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 215 students in 88220, NM.
The top-ranked public charter school in 88220, NM is Jefferson Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 88220 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Charter schools in 88220, NM have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88220, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 88220, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 88220, NM include Jefferson Montessori.
How many public charter schools are located in 88220?
1 public charter schools are located in 88220.
What is the racial composition of students in 88220?
88220 public charter schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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