New Mexico has 51 school districts across 49 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 174 instructional days per year.
Academic Calendar Overview
New Mexico school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from July 25, 2025 through June 4, 2026. With 51 districts across 49 cities and communities, New Mexico families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 174 instructional days required per year, New Mexico school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.
When Does School Start?
The earliest New Mexico districts begin classes on July 25, 2025, while others do not start until September 2, 2025 — a spread of 39 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one New Mexico district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across New Mexico, districts average 174 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.
Break Schedules
For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in New Mexico runs from March 16, 2026 through March 20, 2026, a schedule shared by 17 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all New Mexico districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 22, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 26 New Mexico districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.
Data Sources & Accuracy
Major New Mexico communities including Watrous, Glen Acres, Willard, and Weed are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official New Mexico school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.
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Compare School Calendars
Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.
| District | First Day | Last Day | Spring Break | Winter Break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamogordo Public Schools | Aug 8 | May 23 | Mar 24 | Dec 23 |
| Albuquerque Public Schools | Aug 7 | May 28 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Artesia Public Schools | Aug 13 | May 28 | Mar 15 | Dec 21 |
| Aztec Municipal Schools | Aug 17 | May 28 | Mar 15 | Dec 21 |
| Belen Consolidated Schools | Aug 7 | May 25 | Mar 29 | Dec 21 |
| Bernalillo Public Schools | Aug 12 | Jun 4 | Mar 26 | Dec 21 |
| Bloomfield Municipal Schools | Aug 6 | May 21 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
| Capitan Municipal Schools | Aug 3 | May 20 | Mar 15 | Dec 21 |
| Carlsbad Municipal Schools | Aug 3 | May 27 | Mar 22 | Dec 21 |
| Carrizozo Municipal Schools | Aug 6 | May 22 | Mar 16 | Dec 22 |
| Central Consolidated Schools | Aug 6 | May 27 | Mar 12 | Dec 21 |
| Chama Valley Independent Schools | Aug 3 | Jun 4 | Mar 29 | Dec 22 |
| Cimarron Public Schools | Aug 7 | May 27 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
| Clayton Public Schools | Aug 11 | May 21 | Mar 9 | Dec 22 |
| Cloudcroft Municipal Schools | Aug 5 | May 21 | Mar 8 | Dec 21 |
| Clovis Municipal Schools | Aug 10 | May 20 | Mar 22 | Dec 21 |
| Cobre Consolidated Schools | Jul 31 | May 21 | Mar 9 | Dec 22 |
| Corona Municipal Schools | Aug 11 | May 27 | Mar 22 | Dec 21 |
| Cuba Independent Schools | Aug 3 | May 27 | Mar 29 | Dec 21 |
| Deming Public Schools | Jul 27 | May 19 | Mar 8 | Dec 21 |
A4 districts
B3 districts
C12 districts
Capitan
Carlsbad Municipal SchoolsCarlsbad
Carrizozo Municipal SchoolsCarrizozo
Central Consolidated SchoolsNewcomb
Chama Valley Independent SchoolsTierra Amarilla
Cimarron Public SchoolsUte Park
Clayton Public SchoolsGrenville
Cloudcroft Municipal SchoolsWeed
Clovis Municipal SchoolsCannon AFB
Cobre Consolidated SchoolsSan Lorenzo
Corona Municipal SchoolsCorona
Cuba Independent SchoolsTorreon
D3 districts
E3 districts
F3 districts
G3 districts
H4 districts
J1 district
L7 districts
M7 districts
P3 districts
Q1 district
R4 districts
S6 districts
T5 districts
W1 district
Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in New Mexico?
For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in New Mexico ranges from July 25, 2025 to September 2, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.
When is the last day of school in New Mexico?
The last day of school in New Mexico for 2025-26 ranges from May 21, 2026 to June 4, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.
When is spring break in New Mexico?
The most common spring break dates in New Mexico for 2025-26 are March 16, 2026 to March 20, 2026, shared by 17 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.
How many school districts are in New Mexico?
We have calendar data for 51 school districts in New Mexico, spanning 49 cities. The average school year includes 174 instructional days.