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Escuela Del Sol Montessori School
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Downtown Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 680 students in the neighborhood of Downtown, Albuquerque, NM.
The top ranked private schools in Downtown include Manzano Day School and Escuela Del Sol Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average acceptance rate of 88%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Downtown Private Schools (2026-27)

Escuela Del Sol Montessori School Photo
Escuela Del Sol Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
1114 7th St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 242-3033
(3)
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Manzano Day School Photo
Manzano Day School
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 4
1801 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 243-6659
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Albuquerque, NM?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Albuquerque, NM include Manzano Day School and Escuela Del Sol Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Albuquerque?
2 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Albuquerque.

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