For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 372 students in 88005, NM (there are , serving 939 public students). 28% 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 ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
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 ²ÝÁñÉçÇø 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?
28% 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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