De Baca County, New Mexico is a rural area with about 2,000 residents. Education in De Baca County is overseen by the De Baca County School District and is rated very highly compared to other school districts in the state. The district serves roughly 400 students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, in three schools: Ute Valley Elementary, Ft. Sumner Middle/High School, and Caprock Academy Charter. The district has an excellent record of academic performance and success in extracurricular activities such as athletics and fine arts programs. Students are supported by a dedicated faculty and staff that are committed to providing them with the best educational opportunities possible. Additionally, there are many local resources available for students that include libraries, after-school enrichment activities, and community organizations that provide tutoring and other services to help improve their educational outcomes. Overall education in De Baca County is of a high quality that offers students an opportunity for success no matter what their future goals may be.
De Baca County schools spend $17,914 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 10 pupils per teacher, 0 students per librarian, and 217 children per counselor.