Below Average
#734 of 864 schools in NM
New America School - Las Cruces
High School · NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES
207 S MAIN ST, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#734 of 864
In Las Cruces
#41 of 45
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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New America School - Las Cruces
High School in Las Cruces · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New America School - Las Cruces
New America School - Las Cruces is a public high school in Las Cruces, NM, part of NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES. New America School - Las Cruces serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New America School - Las Cruces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #734 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for New America School - Las Cruces show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, New America School - Las Cruces is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at New America School - Las Cruces sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
New America School - Las Cruces is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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New America School - Las Cruces — Students at New America School - Las Cruces score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How New America School - Las Cruces Compares
See how New America School - Las Cruces performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
207 S MAIN ST, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New America School - Las Cruces may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAS MONTANAS CHARTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAS CRUCES HIGH (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| LAS CRUCES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LAS CRUCES HIGH Las Cruces | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LAS MONTANAS CHARTER Las Cruces | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LOMA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LYNN MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS KINDERGARTEN Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CONLEE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,978
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
38,972
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
38%
Median Age
27.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup, NM | 4.6 |
| MORA HIGH Mora, NM | 4.5 |
| BELEN INFINITY HIGH Belen, NM | 4.7 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Rio Rancho, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New America School - Las Cruces
What grades does New America School - Las Cruces serve?
New America School - Las Cruces serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New America School - Las Cruces?
New America School - Las Cruces has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New America School - Las Cruces?
The student-teacher ratio at New America School - Las Cruces is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New America School - Las Cruces rank in NM?
New America School - Las Cruces ranks #734 of 864 schools in NM.
What is New America School - Las Cruces's MySchoolScout rating?
New America School - Las Cruces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at New America School - Las Cruces?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New America School - Las Cruces has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is New America School - Las Cruces a charter school?
Yes, New America School - Las Cruces is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New America School - Las Cruces a Title I school?
No, New America School - Las Cruces is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New America School - Las Cruces?
98.9% of students at New America School - Las Cruces qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.7%
- Phone
- (575) 527-9085
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 178
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,865
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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