Las Cruces Academy vs. Mesilla Valley Christian School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Las Cruces Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
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Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Mesilla Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
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Student Body
Overview
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Who We Are -Mission StatementMesilla Valley Christian School partners with the home, church, and community to cultivate the next generation of godly servant-leaders.
We provide an exceptional, Christ-centered, college-preparatory education, grounded in a Christian worldview.
Our mission is to develop students who treasure knowledge, exemplify noble character, and build loyal relationships with Christ.
Grades Offered
PK-8
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Mild learning difference
Year Founded
2007
1974
Students Body
Total Students
43 students
452 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
50%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
3
-
Kindergarten Students
5
15
Grade 1 Students
6
30
Grade 2 Students
5
31
Grade 3 Students
1
32
Grade 4 Students
7
40
Grade 5 Students
5
47
Grade 6 Students
7
40
Grade 7 Students
4
50
Grade 8 Students
-
42
Grade 9 Students
-
49
Grade 10 Students
-
28
Grade 11 Students
-
26
Grade 12 Students
-
22
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
86%
65%
Average Class Size
10
20
Number of AP Classes
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1
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
List of Courses Offered
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Average ACT score
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22
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(Dress code is based upon modesty and Christian values)
(Dress code is based upon modesty and Christian values)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sep. 1
Tuition Cost
$9,620
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Tuition Notes
Partial scholarships are available on a need basis.
Kindergarten -5th grade $6,771
Grades 6-8 $6,925
Grades 9-12 $7,321
% on Financial Aid
10%
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
$750
Acceptance Rate
80%
95%
Admissions Director
Lou Ellen Kay, Ph. D.
Scott Roley
Admissions Associate
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Naomi Yee
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
6
5
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
American Sign LanguageBoard Games Club
Engineering ClubLego Robotics
Math ClubTheater Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
FFASpanish Club
Students Leading through Service
Arts and Music Programs:
Elem BandsPlays and Musicals