Abundant Life Christian School in Albuquerque, NM, serves 48 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a large city community setting.
Founded in 1988, this private school offers a religious education with a Mennonite orientation and a formal dress code.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 10 teachers, with an average class size of 15 students.
Annual tuition is $4,000, with 10% of students receiving financial aid averaging $1,000 per grant.
Abundant Life Christian School reports an average ACT score of 24 and a 100% college acceptance rate among graduates.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Abundant Life Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Campus Size
1 acre
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Required for Female/Male Students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please email the school for total tuition costs.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: 'But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.' - Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)
- School Mascot: Eagle
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Abundant Life Christian School cost?
Abundant Life Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Abundant Life Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Abundant Life Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Abundant Life Christian School offer?
Abundant Life Christian School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Abundant Life Christian School's ranking?
Abundant Life Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Abundant Life Christian School?
The application deadline for Abundant Life Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
Outstanding school. Teachers that really do care, not just about academics, but especially about the children's spiritual life.
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