District Overview
Las Cruces Public Schools serves as a cornerstone of educational opportunity in southern New Mexico, operating as a traditional public school district headquartered at 505 South Main Street, Suite 249, in Las Cruces. Situated within a dynamic midsize city setting, the district actively operates 39 school campuses that deliver a seamless learning experience spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving a vibrant student body of 22,782 learners across the Las Cruces metropolitan area, the district reflects a rich cultural diversity, with Hispanic students comprising the majority of enrollment alongside White, Black, Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander communities across all grade levels.

To support its expansive student population and maintain strong academic programs, the district relies on a robust workforce of nearly 8,683 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes over 4,081 full-time equivalent teachers and 608 instructional aides who deliver direct classroom instruction, complemented by nearly 3,993 support personnel focused on student services, operations, and administrative guidance. Through its deep staffing investment, diverse academic offerings, and central role in the community, Las Cruces Public Schools provides a comprehensive educational framework designed to prepare every student for higher education, career paths, and lifelong achievement.
39
Total Schools
22,782
Total Students
4,081.3
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAS CRUCES
Demographic Student Count
White3,479
Hispanic18,125
Black436
Asian219
Two or More341
American Indian135
Pacific Islander47
  • Hispanic
    18,125 (79.6%)
  • White
    3,479 (15.3%)
  • Black
    436 (1.9%)
  • Two or More
    341 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    219 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    135 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    47 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in LAS CRUCES
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary25
Middle8
High7
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:39
Students:22,782*
Teachers (FTE):4,081.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.6
Schools in LAS CRUCES
Found 40 Schools