What grades does LAS CRUCES HIGH serve?

As a High school, LAS CRUCES HIGH serves students in LAS CRUCES, NM. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is LAS CRUCES HIGH located?

You can find LAS CRUCES HIGH in LAS CRUCES, NM.

What is the student-teacher ratio at LAS CRUCES HIGH?

At LAS CRUCES HIGH, there are approximately 18.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in LAS CRUCES, NM?

LAS CRUCES HIGH is among the schools serving LAS CRUCES, NM. The school is part of the local school system.

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LAS CRUCES HIGH — School Calendar 2026-27

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LAS CRUCES, NM 88001

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Wed

Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - Sophomoreshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - Juniorshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

No School-Remote Learning Day-Teacher Planning DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Fri

3-4-5 Thanksgiving Family Meal TBDHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

DD Preschool Thanksgiving LunchHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,806

Student:Teacher

18.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

LAS CRUCES

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.5%

Phone

(575)527-9400

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

60-69%

Math Proficiency

30-39%

Graduation Rate

82%

Chronic Absenteeism

26.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

31 courses offered

295 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

150 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

80 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

414 test takers

Athletics

17 sports, 30 teams

597 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.7:1

Worse than average in NM

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,771

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

96.28

94% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

1.1799999

Social Workers

Nurses

1.08

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,965

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,752

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,049

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 69%Local 13%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$283,613

-0.8% 1yr+39.3% 5yr

Las Cruces, NM metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

35.7%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

10.8%

Uninsured residents

18.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,118

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,744

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,516 (40%)

Speech/Language Impairment

573 (15%)

Autism

464 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

420 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

214 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

117 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,703

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 30, 2026

Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - Sophomores

half_day

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - Juniors

half_day

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break - No School

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in LAS CRUCES. LAS CRUCES HIGH follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School-Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - SophomoresDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Arrowhead Park Early College High School Fall Academic Award Event - JuniorsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School-Remote Learning Day-Teacher Planning DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	3-4-5 Thanksgiving Family Meal TBDDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	DD Preschool Thanksgiving LunchDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Week - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Christmas PicsDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	K-1-2 Holiday Family Lunch - TBDDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Semester Exams (ODD Classes - 1, 3, 5, 7)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Semester Exams (EVEN Classes - 2, 4, 6)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Preschool Holiday Performance & Family Engagement ActivityDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Holiday Hoopla District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School-Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Winter Break - No School District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Site/District Professional LearningDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Educator Planning Day - No classes for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Parent Teacher Conferences - No classes for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Holiday (no school)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Educator Planning Day - No classes for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Semester Exams (ODD Classes - 1, 3, 5, 7)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Semester Exams (EVEN Classes - 2, 4, 6)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—