High Schools in Las Cruces

The Las Cruces area is home to 5 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. These schools provide a range of educational opportunities and vary in their academic performance and student demographics. Based on the data provided, a few schools stand out in the region.

Centennial High School emerges as the top-performing school, ranking 39th out of 190 high schools in New Mexico and earning a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school outperforms the Las Cruces and New Mexico averages in science, English language arts, and mathematics proficiency. In contrast, Rio Grande Preparatory Institute, the smallest school with only 144 students, has the lowest statewide ranking and rating among the group, indicating room for improvement.

Graduation rates are consistent across the high schools, with all reporting a 76.7% four-year graduation rate. However, the free and reduced-price lunch rates vary significantly, with Las Cruces High and Rio Grande Preparatory Institute having 100% of their students receiving this assistance, suggesting a need to address socioeconomic challenges. The schools maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 12:1 at Rio Grande Preparatory Institute to 19:1 at Organ Mountain High School, which may contribute to more personalized attention for students.