Capitan High School is a public high school located in Capitan, New Mexico, United States. The school has an enrollment of approximately 150 students in grades 9–12. Athletic teams are known as the Fighting Tigers and the school colors are orange and black.
Serving 134 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 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitan High's attendance zone covers the entire Capitan school district, encompassing approximately 663.7 square miles. Families may experience a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 26.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitan High School's student population of 134 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capitan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitan High School is 0.50, 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
#492 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
School Mascot
Tiger
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 #492 out of 796 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 Ruidoso High School, Holloman Middle 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 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capitan High School?
The graduation rate of Capitan High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Capitan High School?
134 students attend Capitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Capitan High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitan High School?
Capitan High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitan High School offer ?
Capitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitan High School part of?
Capitan High School is part of Capitan School District.
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