About Deming Public Schools

Deming Public Schools is a public school district headquartered in Deming, New Mexico. It is the fifteenth largest school district in New Mexico. Located 33 miles north of the US-Mexico border, it serves the City of Deming, the Village of Columbus as well as other areas in rural Luna County.

The Deming district has 12 schools: one Pre-K school; six elementary schools; one sixth-grade school; one middle school (7th-8th); two high schools; and one college preparatory high school. The district also offers bilingual/dual-language programs and Preschool on many campuses.

Student enrollment is approximately 5,200 students.

Deming Public Schools is the largest employer in Luna County with approximately 1,000 employees.

District Mission Statement:

The Board of Education, staff, and community join forces to provide a high quality, comprehensive education for all Deming Public Schools students so that they will have the opportunity to prepare themselves to become productive, responsible, and culturally enriched citizens allowing them to meet the challenges of an ever-changing, global society. Growing Champions, Every Student, Every Day!

 

About Deming Public Schools

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Weather Advisory
Posted on 12/09/2024
Deming Public Schools would like parents and students to be cautious of the cold front that is moving into our area Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing ex...
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DPS Training Session and Input Meeting
Posted on 11/25/2024
Join us for a Parent Portal Training and Input Meeting on December 5, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the Emmett Shockley Admin Building, 400 Cody Rd. Laptops ...
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Bataan Elementary Announces Schedule Adjustments
Posted on 11/19/2024
Bataan Elementary is excited to share updates to our master schedule, including changes to student lunch times, morning drop-off procedures, and reces...
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Deming High School Student Chosen for Next Level in Prestigious Scholarship Program
Posted on 11/08/2024
Local high school senior Ayshleen Lopez has been named a Semifinalist for the 2025 Coca-Cola Scholars Program, moving to the next round of the selecti...
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Be Visible, Be Safe: Stay Seen, Stay Safe on the Way to School
Posted on 10/25/2024
Visibility is key to staying safe at the bus stop and on the way to school! Whether it’s early in the morning or late in the afternoon, wearing bright...
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Thankful Thursday: Show Appreciation for Your Bus Driver and Bus Aide!
Posted on 10/23/2024
This Thankful Thursday, let’s take a moment to recognize the hardworking bus drivers and aides who ensure our students arrive safely at school and bac...
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Safe Bus Stops: Protecting Our Students, One Stop at a Time
Posted on 10/22/2024
Ensuring safety at the bus stop is a shared responsibility for students, parents, and the entire community. By following a few simple guidelines, we c...
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Stay Seated, Stay Safe: Your Ride, Your Responsibility
Posted on 10/21/2024
Did you know that staying seated is one of the most important ways to stay safe on the school bus? When you’re seated and facing forward, you help you...
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Yellow Day 10/23: Wear Yellow to Support School Bus Safety!
Posted on 10/21/2024
Join us in celebrating Yellow Day on Wednesday, October 23 and show your commitment to school bus safety! On this special day, we encourage students, ...
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