The education in Lincoln, NM (zip code 88338) is a mix of local public schools, private schools and homeschooling options. The area is serviced by the Capitan Municipal School District which has three elementary schools, one junior high school and one high school. These schools have been rated as average on greatschools.org, with 6/10 being the highest rating for any of these schools. Although these ratings may not be particularly outstanding, the district takes pride in making sure its students receive an education that meets the standards set forth by the state of New Mexico. It also offers excellent educational resources and programs such as early college opportunities, career and technical education courses, special education services, dual credit programs and more. Additionally, there are several private schools in the area with varying religious affiliations that offer a good selection of curriculums and extracurricular activities. Lastly for those families looking to pursue homeschooling options there are plenty of support groups available to assist with curriculum development and state requirements. All in all Lincoln provides a variety of educational opportunities for its residents while striving to provide quality instruction and support for its students.
Lincoln (zip 88338) schools spend $13,609 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 13 pupils per teacher, 0 students per librarian, and 483 children per counselor.