Serving 102 students in grades 6-8, Capitan Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitan Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Capitan school district, covering approximately 663.7 square miles around Capitan, NM. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 26.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitan Middle School's student population of 102 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To Lead, Educate, and Prepare All Students
School Rankings
Capitan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitan Middle School is 0.54, 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
#281 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
65%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black & Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitan Middle School's ranking?
Capitan Middle School is ranked #281 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Capitan Middle School?
102 students attend Capitan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Capitan Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitan Middle School?
Capitan Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitan Middle School offer ?
Capitan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitan Middle School part of?
Capitan Middle School is part of Capitan School District.
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