For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 372 students in 88005, NM (there are , serving 776 public students). 32% of all K-12 students in 88005, NM are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private school in 88005, NM is Las Cruces Catholic School.
100% of private schools in 88005, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
Top-Ranked 88005 New Mexico 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Las Cruces Catholic School ![Las Cruces Catholic School Photo]( "Las Cruces Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
1331 N Miranda St
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 526-2517
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 526-2517
Gr: PK-8 | 269 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Noah's Ark Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
1605 S Valley Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(505) 524-0827
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(505) 524-0827
Gr: PK-K | 103 students
88005, New Mexico 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mission Academy (Closed 2025)
Special Program Emphasis
1730 Tierra de Mesilla
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 449-4796
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 449-4796
Gr: K-8 | 96 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 88005, NM?
The top-ranked private schools in 88005, NM is Las Cruces Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 88005?
2 private schools are located in 88005.
What percentage of students in 88005 go to private school?
32% of all K-12 students in 88005 are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 88005?
100% of private schools in 88005 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
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