For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 202 students in 88316, NM.
The top ranked public preschool in 88316, NM is Capitan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 88316 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 88316, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschool average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
Best 88316, NM Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capitan Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 88316, NM?
The top ranked public preschools in 88316, NM include Capitan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 88316?
1 public preschools are located in 88316.
What is the racial composition of students in 88316?
88316 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public preschools average of 82% (majority Hispanic).
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