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4 schools in Chaparral

New Mexico · Public K-12

Public K-12 education in Chaparral runs across 4 schools, enrolling approximately 1,464 students, averaging 366 per campus.

7-year change in Chaparral

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,464
-190 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
+1 (+33%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
4%
was 6%
% Hispanic
95%
was 93%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARYElementaryPK-06437
CHAPARRAL MIDDLEMiddle07-08546
DESERT TRAIL ELEMENTARYElementaryPK-06479
OTERO COUNTY PRISONHigh08-122

About Chaparral

Chaparral, New Mexico is home to 4 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 1,464 students. By school count, it is a sparse city.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 11%: 1,654 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,464 in SY 2024-25. The school count climbed from 3 to 4 across the same 7-year window.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Chaparral discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Chaparral?
Chaparral, New Mexico has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,464 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Chaparral?
Chaparral has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Chaparral?
CHAPARRAL MIDDLE is the largest public school in Chaparral by enrollment, with approximately 546 students.
What school districts serve Chaparral?
Chaparral is served by 2 public school districts, including GADSDEN, NM CORRECTIONS.
What grade levels do public schools in Chaparral cover?
Public schools in Chaparral serve students from pre-K through grade 12.