Mesilla Valley Christian School Photo - National Honor Society is one of many campus clubs and organizations at MVCS.Annually MVCS students score 20-25% above the state average in ACT test scores. In 2023 MVCS one of two schools in Las Cruces to have an National Merit Semi-Finalist.

Best Dona Ana County Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 681 students in Dona Ana County, NM.
The top ranked private high schools in Dona Ana County, NM include Cornerstone Christian Academy and Mesilla Valley Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the New Mexico private high school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of private high schools in Dona Ana County, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top Ranked Dona Ana County Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Cornerstone Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(1)
5301 Cortez Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88012
(575) 532-0902
Grades: PK-12
| 120 students
Mesilla Valley Christian School
Mesilla Valley Christian School Photo - National Honor Society is one of many campus clubs and organizations at MVCS.Annually MVCS students score 20-25% above the state average in ACT test scores. In 2023 MVCS one of two schools in Las Cruces to have an National Merit Semi-Finalist.
(Christian)
(1)
3850 Stern Dr
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 525-8515
Grades: K-12
| 440 students
Calvary West Christian School
(Christian)
7048 McNutt Rd
Anthony, NM 88021
(575) 589-1433
Grades: 1-12
| 41 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Dona Ana County, New Mexico

Dona Ana County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Las Cruces Catholic/ihm Campus (Closed 2004)
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
865 East Idaho Ave
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(505) 524-2141
Grades: PK-K
| 98 students
119 E Herrera
Hatch, NM 87937
(575) 267-8230
Grades: PK-12
| 12 students
Mission Academy (Closed 2025)
Special Program Emphasis
1730 Tierra de Mesilla
Las Cruces, NM 88005
(575) 449-4796
Grades: K-8
| 96 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Dona Ana County, NM?
The top ranked private high schools in Dona Ana County, NM include Cornerstone Christian Academy and Mesilla Valley Christian School.
How many private high schools are located in Dona Ana County?
3 private high schools are located in Dona Ana County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Dona Ana County?
100% of private high schools in Dona Ana County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private high schools in Dona Ana County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private high schools in Dona Ana County include: Cornerstone Christian Academy vs. Mesilla Valley Christian School

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