Chaparral High

Chaparral High serves 1,071 students in grades 9-12 in the rural community of Anthony, New Mexico. With 59 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio, providing opportunities for meaningful student-teacher connections in a sizable high school environment. The school faces significant academic challenges, with room for growth in core subject areas.

Currently, 17% of students demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading, while 10% achieve proficiency in mathematics. These results place Chaparral High at #839 out of 874 New Mexico high schools, indicating the school is working to support student achievement in a community where educational resources may be limited. The school serves a community where the median household income is $39,242 and 30.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Only 14% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, suggesting that many Chaparral High students may be first-generation college prospects. The median home value of $130,500 reflects the rural, working-class character of the area. Chaparral High sits along County Line Drive in this close-knit rural setting near the Texas border, where the school plays an important role in the educational landscape of southern Doña Ana County.

Located in a rural area, Chaparral High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.