For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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