Top 3 Best 88316 New Mexico Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 469 students in 88316, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88316, NM are Capitan Elementary School, Capitan Middle School and Capitan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88316 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 88316, NM have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88316, NM Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capitan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
150 South Forest Ave
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: PK-5
| 195 students
Rank: #22.
Capitan Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: 6-8
| 126 students
Rank: #33.
Capitan High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: 9-12
| 148 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 88316, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88316, NM include Capitan Elementary School, Capitan Middle School and Capitan High School.
How many public schools are located in 88316, NM?
3 public schools are located in 88316, NM.
What is the racial composition of students in 88316, NM?
88316, NM public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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