HILLRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HILLRISE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAS CRUCES school district, located in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 565 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 38 teachers, HILLRISE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
HILLRISE ELEMENTARY School, located in the heart of Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a dedicated member of the Las Cruces Public Schools district. The school serves the local community by fostering an environment centered on academic growth and personal development for its elementary-aged students. Its location on South Curnutt Street places it within a established residential area, allowing the school to serve as a central hub for neighborhood families and encouraging a strong sense of community engagement.
The school is committed to implementing the district’s core curriculum while providing a supportive atmosphere that prepares students for their future academic journeys. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and guardians, offering resources on school policies, classroom expectations, and upcoming events. By prioritizing foundational learning and student well-being, HILLRISE ELEMENTARY strives to equip its learners with the tools necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact HILLRISE 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.
LAS CRUCES, NM 88001
(505) 527-5800
HILLRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 565 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- LAS CRUCES
- Total Students:
- 565
- Teachers:
- 38.65
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 565 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 61.4%
- White
- 28.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.