EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAS CRUCES school district, located in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 549 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY School, located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is part of the Las Cruces Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational education rooted in the core academic disciplines of literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school's mission emphasizes fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop both their academic skills and their character.

In addition to its standard curriculum, EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY is committed to integrating technology into the classroom and promoting student engagement through various extracurricular activities. The school works closely with families and the surrounding Las Cruces community to ensure that students receive the support necessary for academic success. By emphasizing a growth mindset and collaborative learning, East Picacho strives to prepare its elementary-aged students for the transitions that follow in their middle and high school years.

For more information, contact EAST PICACHO 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.