New Mexico›Eddy County›Carlsbad
Best Schools in Carlsbad, New Mexico
Compare 13 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
13
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
7,217
Total Students
Across Carlsbad
15.6:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
13 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score24%
ELA Assessment Score32%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)10 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,685 students at Carlsbad High.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Ocotillo Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2106 Captain Williams Ln, Carlsbad, NM 88220
4.6
Rating
Students
621
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
42%
Monterrey Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1600 Johnson St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
4.2
Rating
Students
366
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
42%
Sunset Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
923 North Walter St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
3.7
Rating
Students
438
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
33%
Carlsbad Early College High
publichighGrade 9-12
1500 University Dr, Carlsbad, NM 88220
3.5
Rating
Students
200
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
44.5%
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Desert Willow Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2100 Primrose St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
2.8
Rating
Students
667
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
26%
Jefferson Montessori
charter schoolhighK-12
101 South Canal St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
2.7
Rating
Students
215
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
17%
Carlsbad Intermediate School - Pr Leyva Campus
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
800 West Church St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
2.5
Rating
Students
908
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
18%
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
301 South Alta Vista St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
2.2
Rating
Students
740
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
21%
Cottonwood Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1609 W Lea Street, Carlsbad, NM 88220
2
Rating
Students
684
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
19%
Carlsbad Enrichment Center
publichighGrade 1-12
406 N. Alameda Street, Carlsbad, NM 88220
1.5
Rating
Students
170
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Carlsbad High
publichighGrade 9-12
3000 West Church, Carlsbad, NM 88220
1.5
Rating
Students
1,685
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
7%
Hillcrest Preschool
publicelementaryPK-PK
1801 West Lea St., Carlsbad, NM 88220
0
Rating
Students
316
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Early Childhood Education Center
publicelementaryPK-K
1801 West Lea St., Carlsbad, NM 88220
0
Rating
Students
207
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Carlsbad
Carlsbad, New Mexico is home to 13 schools serving over 7,217 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Carlsbad, New Mexico?
There are 13 schools in Carlsbad, serving 7,217 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Carlsbad?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Carlsbad include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Carlsbad?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Carlsbad is 15.6:1.