For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 637 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 21% (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 4/10, 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chaparral, NM (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yucca Heights Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
580 Angelina Blvd
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 824-8210
Grades: K-6
| 482 students
Rank: n/an/a
800 County Line Road
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Chaparral, NM 88081
(575) 649-7724
Grades: PK
| 155 students
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
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
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 80% (majority Hispanic).
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