For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 601 students in Chaparral, NM.
The top-ranked public school in Chaparral, NM is Yucca Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chaparral, NM public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Chaparral have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chaparral, NM (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yucca Heights Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
580 Angelina Blvd
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Gr: K-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
800 County Line Road
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Gr: PK | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Otero County Prison
Alternative School
10 Mcgregor Range Rd
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-4884
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-4884
Gr: 8-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chaparral, NM?
The top-ranked public schools in Chaparral, NM include Yucca Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chaparral?
3 public schools are located in Chaparral.
What is the racial composition of students in Chaparral?
Chaparral public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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