Desert Academy
Tel:
(505) 992-8284
- Desert Academy at Santa Fe is a college preparatory school dedicated to academic and personal excellence.
- We are an International Baccalaureate World School offering both the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, for grades 6 through 12.
- We support and encourage the development of individual abilities in a community characterized by educational, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
- Students are involved, challenged, and empowered by a fully accredited college preparatory curriculum, a creative slate of electives, and comprehensive arts and athletic programs.
- Recently awarded places in Best of Santa Fe 2019 in Best High School and Best Middle School categories
- Rated #1 Private School in Santa Fe by niche.com 2019
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 135 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,500
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Feb. 14 / rolling
Top Placements
Desert Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
- Category Attribute
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Independent Schools Association of the South West (ISAS) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Please inquire |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 135 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 19% State avg.: 52% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Advanced Courses | International Baccalaureate classes |
| Average ACT score | 27 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 / Feb. 14 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $19,500 |
| Tuition Notes | Generous need-based financial aid available. |
| % on Financial Aid | 48% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $7,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Lucy Barna |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 13 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 20 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Assistance Dogs of the West, NHS, NJHS, Student Government, Theater Club or Organization: chess club, Desert Ambassadors, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Leos Service Club, Ministry of Silly Walks fun club, OASIS magazine, Shakespeare Club, speech & debate, Yearbook Club Arts and Music Programs: 48-Hour Film Festival, choir, Future Voices Film and Photography Recreational Athletic Programs: Mountain Biking Club, rock climbing club, Skateboarding Club |
School Notes
- Desert Academy is dedicated to academic and personal excellence. We provide a quality college prepatory education in a diverse school community, which values individuality, builds character, promotes self-confidence and fosters global understanding.
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