For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 96 students in 88011, NM (there are , serving 1,259 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 88011, NM are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private school in 88011, NM is Las Cruces Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
50% of private schools in 88011, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top-Ranked 88011 New Mexico 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1755 Avenida de Mercado, Mesilla (not a mailing address)
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 521-9384
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 521-9384
Gr: PK-8 | 43 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mission Lutheran School ![Mission Lutheran School Photo]( "Mission Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2752 N Roadrunner Pkwy
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 532-5489
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 532-5489
Gr: PK-8 | 53 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 88011, NM?
The top-ranked private schools in 88011, NM is Las Cruces Academy.
How many private schools are located in 88011?
2 private schools are located in 88011.
What percentage of students in 88011 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 88011 are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 88011?
50% of private schools in 88011 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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