Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Capitan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitan Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Capitan, NM, covering approximately 663.7 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitan Elementary School's student population of 207 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capitan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitan Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#207 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
54%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Black
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitan Elementary School's ranking?
Capitan Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Capitan Elementary School?
207 students attend Capitan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Capitan Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitan Elementary School?
Capitan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitan Elementary School offer ?
Capitan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitan Elementary School part of?
Capitan Elementary School is part of Capitan School District.
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