For the 2026-27 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 (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capitan High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
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).
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.