CAPITAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CAPITAN ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CAPITAN school district, located in CAPITAN, NM with about 209 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, CAPITAN ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CAPITAN ELEMENTARY, located at 150 South Forest Avenue in Capitan, New Mexico, serves as the primary educational facility for the young students of the Capitan Municipal School District. Situated in the heart of Lincoln County, the school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which fosters a close-knit community environment where teachers and staff can provide personalized attention to their students. As part of a district that emphasizes both academic growth and community engagement, the school acts as a foundational hub for children in the region, focusing on core curriculum development, social-emotional learning, and foundational skills necessary for future success in middle and high school.

Beyond its academic offerings, CAPITAN ELEMENTARY benefits from its scenic location near the foothills of the White Mountains, providing students with a unique rural educational experience. The school reflects the values of the surrounding Capitan community, prioritizing a supportive and safe learning climate. By maintaining manageable class sizes and encouraging parent-teacher collaboration, the school strives to ensure that each child is well-prepared to meet state educational standards while developing the character and community spirit that characterize the region.

For more information, contact CAPITAN ELEMENTARY at (505) 354-2239 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.