Chaves County Schools & Education
Chaves County, New Mexico
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
20/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
73.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
73.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 79.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,942
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,957
School Score
20/100
Higher = better
State avg 33/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#28
of 33 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Chaves County
School Verdict
Chaves County faces educational challenges with a school score of 20/100 and a graduation rate of 73.9%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,942 per pupil, Chaves County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Chaves County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 40% below the New Mexico average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 5.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 13% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Chaves County, New Mexico
A Regional Hub for Southeastern Education
Chaves County features 33 public schools, including 17 elementary and 8 high schools, serving 11,035 students. Five school districts manage this network, providing a mix of town and rural learning environments.
Academic Challenges and Lower Spending
The graduation rate of 73.9% trails the New Mexico state average of 79%. Funding stands at $6,942 per pupil, which is roughly $1,000 less than the state average and nearly half the national benchmark.
Roswell Schools Manage the Majority
Roswell Independent Schools is the primary provider, educating 9,701 students across 22 schools. Charter schools have a minimal presence here, accounting for only 3% of the county's total schools.
A Balance of Town and Country
The county is split between 18 rural and 15 town schools, with an average enrollment of 345 students. Roswell High is the largest campus with 1,438 students, representing the heart of the town’s educational life.
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School Overview
Total Schools
33
in Chaves County
Total Enrollment
11,035
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
1
3% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Chaves County
ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS
DEXTER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS
HAGERMAN MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
LAKE ARTHUR MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS
NM CORRECTIONS
33 Public Schools in Chaves County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROSWELL HIGH | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 1,438 |
| GODDARD HIGH | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 1,155 |
| BERRENDO MIDDLE | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 6–8 | Middle | 663 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 6–8 | Middle | 627 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 6–8 | Middle | 520 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | KG–5 | Primary | 509 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 463 |
| MESA MIDDLE | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | 6–8 | Middle | 422 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | KG–5 | Primary | 409 |
| MILITARY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 404 |
| EL CAPITAN ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 396 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY | DEXTER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 362 |
| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 344 |
| WASHINGTON AVE ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 318 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 301 |
| PECOS ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 275 |
| DEXTER HIGH | DEXTER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 254 |
| PARKVIEW EARLY LITERACY CENTER | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK | Other | 251 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 244 |
| EAST GRAND PLAINS ELEMENTARY | ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS | PK–5 | Primary | 217 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,942
State avg $7,957
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Chaves County, New Mexico — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Chaves County, New Mexico?
Chaves County features 33 public schools, including 17 elementary and 8 high schools, serving 11,035 students. Five school districts manage this network, providing a mix of town and rural learning environments.
How do schools in Chaves County perform academically?
The graduation rate of 73.9% trails the New Mexico state average of 79%. Funding stands at $6,942 per pupil, which is roughly $1,000 less than the state average and nearly half the national benchmark.
What are the major school districts in Chaves County, New Mexico?
Roswell Independent Schools is the primary provider, educating 9,701 students across 22 schools. Charter schools have a minimal presence here, accounting for only 3% of the county's total schools.
What is the school experience like in Chaves County?
The county is split between 18 rural and 15 town schools, with an average enrollment of 345 students. Roswell High is the largest campus with 1,438 students, representing the heart of the town’s educational life.
How can I find homes near good schools in Chaves County, New Mexico?
Families moving to the area often look for homes near the established middle and high schools in Roswell. Explore local real estate to find a property that puts your children close to these central campus hubs.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.