Summary:
The 88001 zip code area of Las Cruces, New Mexico is home to 15 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and low-performing schools, with some standout institutions like Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy, a middle school that ranks 33rd out of 235 New Mexico middle schools and has significantly higher proficiency rates than the district and state averages.
Other top-performing schools in the area include Conlee Elementary, which ranks 138th out of 433 New Mexico elementary schools, and University Hills Elementary, which also outperforms the district and state in key subjects. However, the data also shows wide disparities in academic performance, with some schools significantly underperforming the averages, particularly in math and science.
Across the district, all schools have 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population. This likely contributes to the challenges faced by many of the schools. The data suggests that specialized school models and programs, like those at the high-performing charter and magnet schools, may be effective in addressing the equity gaps and supporting the highest-need students in the Las Cruces school district.
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