For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 482 students in Chaparral, NM.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chaparral have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Chaparral, NM (2026)
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 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chaparral, NM?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chaparral, NM include Yucca Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chaparral?
1 public elementary schools are located in Chaparral.
What is the racial composition of students in Chaparral?
Chaparral public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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