For the 2024 school year, there are 186 private schools serving 22,947 students in New Mexico (there are 933 public schools, serving 323,045 students). 7% of all K-12 students in New Mexico are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $8,955 for elementary schools and $10,211 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in New Mexico include Albuquerque Academy, New Mexico Military Institute and Axiom Christian Classical School.
The average acceptance rate is 87% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 51% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked New Mexico Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Paradise Hills Civic (3 schools), Silver Hill (3 schools), Taylor Ranch (3 schools), Alamedan Valley (2 schools), Downtown (2 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in New Mexico?
The best top ranked private schools in New Mexico include Albuquerque Academy, New Mexico Military Institute and Axiom Christian Classical School.
How many private schools are located in New Mexico?
186 private schools are located in New Mexico.
How much do private schools cost in New Mexico?
The average private school tuition in New Mexico is $8,955 for elementary schools and $10,211 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in New Mexico?
New Mexico private schools are approximately 51% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in New Mexico go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in New Mexico are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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