For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 456 students in 88316, NM.
The top ranked public schools in 88316, NM are Capitan Elementary School, Capitan Middle School and Capitan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 88316 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Mexico public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 88316, NM have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Mexico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88316, NM Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capitan Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 South Forest Ave
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: PK-5
| 202 students
Rank: #22.
Capitan Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: 6-8
| 102 students
Rank: #33.
Capitan High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
519 Smokey Bear Blvd
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Capitan, NM 88316
(575) 354-2239
Grades: 9-12
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 88316, NM?
The top ranked public schools in 88316, NM include Capitan Elementary School, Capitan Middle School and Capitan High School.
How many public schools are located in 88316?
3 public schools are located in 88316.
What is the racial composition of students in 88316?
88316 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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