PICACHO MIDDLE SCHOOL

PICACHO MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LAS CRUCES school district, located in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 765 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 44 teachers, PICACHO MIDDLE 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.

PICACHO MIDDLE School is a public school located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving students within the Las Cruces Public Schools (LCPS) district. Situated on North Motel Boulevard, the school functions as a key educational hub for the local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition into high school. As part of the LCPS system, the school follows district-wide academic standards and offers a variety of programs aimed at fostering both the intellectual and social development of its adolescent student body.

The school’s official online presence serves as a centralized resource for parents, students, and staff to access essential information, including school calendars, academic policies, and extracurricular updates. By maintaining a structured digital environment, PICACHO MIDDLE School emphasizes clear communication and community engagement, striving to keep families informed about daily operations and district initiatives. Through its location and institutional framework, the school plays a vital role in the Las Cruces community by supporting the academic growth and personal development of its middle-grade learners.

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