Best 88316 New Mexico Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 134 students in 88316, NM.
The top-ranked public high school in 88316, NM is Capitan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 88316 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 88316, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 88316 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Capitan High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

Best 88316, NM Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capitan High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 88316, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in 88316, NM include Capitan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 88316?
1 public high schools are located in 88316.
What is the racial composition of students in 88316?
88316 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public high schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).

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