Best Schools in Santa Cruz, New Mexico
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Santa Cruz by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Holy Cross Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$284,200
home value · ACS
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$284,200
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Cruz
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holy Cross Catholic School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median home value
- $284,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Santa Cruz, New Mexico
Santa Cruz, New Mexico is home to 2 schools, including 0 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
The highest-performing school in Santa Cruz is Holy Cross Catholic School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Santa Cruz's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holy Cross Catholic School
Private
65 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Camino De Paz School
Private
14 students · 7th–12th | — |
Schools in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, New Mexico · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$284,200
Median Rent
$960/mo
Population
1,029
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $284,200, with a median rent of $960/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Mexico
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Santa Cruz, New Mexico
How many schools are in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
Santa Cruz has 2 schools, including 0 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Santa Cruz on MySchoolScout is Holy Cross Catholic School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Cruz on MySchoolScout is Holy Cross Catholic School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the education level in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Santa Cruz have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
Are there private schools in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
Yes, Santa Cruz has 2 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Cross Catholic School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Cruz is 5.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Cruz, New Mexico?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.