Serving 148 students in grades 9-12, Capitan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Capitan High School's student population of 148 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capitan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitan High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
31%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
65%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitan High School's ranking?
Capitan High School is ranked #143 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Capitan High School often compared to?
Capitan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holloman Middle School, Ruidoso High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capitan High School?
The graduation rate of Capitan High School is 70-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Capitan High School?
148 students attend Capitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Capitan High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capitan High School?
Capitan High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capitan High School offer ?
Capitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capitan High School part of?
Capitan High School is part of Capitan Municipal Schools School District.
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