MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAS CRUCES school district, located in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 432 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY, located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a public school within the Las Cruces Public Schools district. Serving an elementary-aged student population, the school is situated in the historic Mesilla Park neighborhood. It is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging students to grow into responsible, contributing members of their community. The school benefits from its location in the Mesilla Valley, often incorporating the local culture and history of the region into its educational approach.

The school places a strong emphasis on student success through a balanced curriculum that covers core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY strives to maintain a collaborative partnership with parents and community members, believing that a strong support system is vital for student development. By offering various programs and initiatives, the school aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best in both their academic endeavors and their social development.

For more information, contact MESILLA PARK ELEMENTARY at (505) 527-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.