For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 102 students in 88316, NM.
The top-ranked public middle school in 88316, NM is Capitan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 88316 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Mexico public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 88316, NM have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88316, NM Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 88316, NM?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 88316, NM include Capitan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 88316?
1 public middle schools are located in 88316.
What is the racial composition of students in 88316?
88316 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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