Innovation Pre–elementary in Albuquerque, NM, offers co–educational programs for grades K through 6 in a nonsectarian, city–based setting within the Waidelich Estates neighborhood.
The school enrolls 70 students across all grades with a notably low student–teacher ratio of 1:1, supported by 56 teachers.
The student population reflects diversity with 86% students of color represented.
Innovation Pre–elementary operates as an alternative school without religious affiliation or membership in school associations.
This Albuquerque private school serves a small enrollment size, providing early elementary education options in an urban environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Innovation Pre-elementary?
The application deadline for Innovation Pre-elementary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Innovation Pre-elementary located?
Innovation Pre-elementary is located in the Waidelich Estates neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other private schools located in Waidelich Estates.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Innovation Pre-elementary is Acton Academy Albuquerque (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Oak Grove Classical Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Acton Academy Albuquerque ![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Congregation B'nai Israel Pres
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
4401 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 266-0155
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 266-0155
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Acton Academy Albuquerque ![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
301 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2800 Louisiana Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-4597
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-4597
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Acton Academy Albuquerque ![Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ]( "Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ")
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
301 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Congregation B'nai Israel Pres
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
4401 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 266-0155
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 266-0155
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School
(Catholic)
4020 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 255-6391
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students
St. Mark's In The Valley Day School
Daycare / Preschool
2913 Commercial St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-7369
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 344-7369
1.8 miles
Gr: PK | 48 students
Lapetite Academy
Daycare / Preschool
5212 Homestead Rd
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-0399
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-0399
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 160 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School
Charter School
(Reading: <50%)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
69 Hotel Cir Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 237-2374
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 237-2374
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 185 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Montezuma Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Indian School Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 260-2040
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
21st Century Public Academy
Charter School
(Reading: 49%)
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4300 Cutler Ave. Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 254-0280
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 254-0280
0.6 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 371 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Desert Willow Family School
Alternative School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3303 Monroe Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-1647
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-1647
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 289 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Bel-air Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4725 Candelaria Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-4033
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-4033
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
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