For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 304 students in Capitan, NM.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Capitan, NM are Capitan Elementary School and Capitan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Capitan, NM public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Capitan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Capitan, NM (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capitan Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Capitan Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Capitan, NM?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Capitan, NM include Capitan Elementary School and Capitan Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Capitan?
2 public elementary schools are located in Capitan.
What is the racial composition of students in Capitan?
Capitan public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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