For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 202 students in Capitan, NM.
The top-ranked public preschool in Capitan, NM is Capitan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Capitan, NM public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Mexico public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in Capitan have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Public Preschools 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Capitan, NM?
The top-ranked public preschools in Capitan, NM include Capitan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Capitan?
1 public preschools are located in Capitan.
What is the racial composition of students in Capitan?
Capitan 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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