Excellent
#4 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 3% of private schools
Las Cruces Catholic School
Elementary School
1331 N MIRANDA ST, Las Cruces, NM 88005
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#4 of 100
In Las Cruces
#1 of 3
public schools
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Las Cruces Catholic School
Elementary School in Las Cruces · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Las Cruces Catholic School
Las Cruces Catholic School is a private elementary school in Las Cruces, NM. Las Cruces Catholic School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Cruces Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Las Cruces Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Las Cruces Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Las Cruces Catholic School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Las Cruces, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Las Cruces Catholic School (this school) | 8.3 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY | 7.1 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY | 4.7 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON | 4.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| RAICES DEL SABER XINACHTLI COMMUNITY | 6.3 |
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| PICACHO MIDDLE | 5.5 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE | 5.7 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES | 6.3 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | 9.0 |
| LYNN MIDDLE | 5.2 |
| CONLEE ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| UNIVERSITY HILLS ELEMENTARY | 6.9 |
| ZIA MIDDLE | 4.6 |
| DESERT HILLS ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Las Cruces
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NM.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NM
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1331 N MIRANDA ST, Las Cruces, NM 88005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Las Cruces Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JORNADA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| RAICES DEL SABER XINACHTLI COMMUNITY Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PICACHO MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LAS MONTANAS CHARTER Las Cruces | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LAS CRUCES HIGH Las Cruces | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,770
Median Home Value
$207,100
Median Rent
$899/mo
Population
27,017
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
37.3
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| ANTHONY ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 8.4 |
| DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 8.4 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.4 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Las Cruces Catholic School
What grades does Las Cruces Catholic School serve?
Las Cruces Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Las Cruces Catholic School?
Las Cruces Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Cruces Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Las Cruces Catholic School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Las Cruces Catholic School rank in NM?
Las Cruces Catholic School ranks #4 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Las Cruces Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Las Cruces Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Las Cruces Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Las Cruces Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Las Cruces Catholic School a religious school?
Las Cruces Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Phone
- (575) 526-2517
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