Gallup Christian School is a component of Manuelito Navajo Children's Home, located west of Gallup, New Mexico.
G.C.S. is sponsored by the Gallup Church of Christ and is a school for children, in kindergarten through the twelfth grade.
G.C.S. is opened to enrollment by any child living in the Gallup area, regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion.
Gallup Christian School bases its teaching curriculum on a modified version of the A Beka Book materials developed for home schooling.
The school stresses a liberal arts education, including math and sciences, and an emphasis on religious and spiritual instruction.
The school offers extra-curricular activities (music and drama), including participation in organized athletics.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-11
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Gallup Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-11
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Gallup Christian School is a component of Manuelito Navajo Children's Home, located west of Gallup, New Mexico. G.C.S. is sponsored by the Gallup Church of Christ and is a school for children, in kindergarten through the twelfth grade. G.C.S. is opened to enrollment by any child living in the Gallup area, regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion. Gallup Christian School bases its teaching curriculum on a modified version of the A Beka Book materials developed for home schooling. The school stresses a liberal arts education, including math and sciences, and an emphasis on religious and spiritual instruction. The school offers extra-curricular activities (music and drama), including participation in organized athletics.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What schools are Gallup Christian School often compared to?
Gallup Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Gallup Christian School?
The application deadline for Gallup Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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