Las Cruces High School is a public high school in Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States. LCHS was established in 1918 and is the oldest public high school in Las Cruces. As of the 2021–22 school year, it serves 1,830 students from grades 9–12. It is a part of Las Cruces Public Schools.
Serving 1,703 students in grades 9-12, Las Cruces High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,703 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Cruces High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Las Cruces High School's student population of 1,703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,703 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
97 teachers
Year Founded
1918
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Dawg, Always a Dawg!
School Rankings
Las Cruces High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Cruces High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
80%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
15%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)82%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Cruces High School's ranking?
Las Cruces High School is ranked #522 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Las Cruces High School often compared to?
Las Cruces High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Mayfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Las Cruces High School?
The graduation rate of Las Cruces High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Las Cruces High School?
1,703 students attend Las Cruces High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Las Cruces High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Las Cruces High School offer ?
Las Cruces High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Cruces High School part of?
Las Cruces High School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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