DES MOINES

Located at 500 Des Moines Avenue in Des Moines, New Mexico, the Des Moines school district serves as a vital educational hub for its surrounding community. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district manages two operational schools offering a continuous academic pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Situated in a remote rural setting, the district delivers a close-knit learning environment tailored to nurture students across every phase of their primary and secondary education.

The district serves a compact student body of 132 learners—including 68 female and 64 male students—with a demographic breakdown featuring 88 White, 40 Hispanic, and 4 Black students. A defining characteristic of the district is its exceptional staffing ratio relative to its size, ensuring highly personalized attention across all grade levels. The educational program is delivered by approximately 33.4 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers, backed by nearly 2.8 instructional aides and 25.5 support personnel, making up a total staff of over 61 FTE positions. For additional information regarding programs and administration, families and researchers can visit the district’s official website at desmoines.k12.nm.us or contact the main office at (575) 278-2611.