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New Mexico Alternative Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 alternative private schools serving 248 students in New Mexico.
The top ranked alternative private school in New Mexico is Acton Academy Albuquerque.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the New Mexico private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
43% of alternative private schools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 248

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 248

Top Ranked New Mexico Alternative Private Schools (2026-27)

Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo
Acton Academy Albuquerque
Gr: K-12 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Alternative School (Christian)
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
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Map of Innovation Pre-elementary
Innovation Pre-elementary
Gr: K-6 | 70 students
Alternative School
3210 Menaul Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 888-8995
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Map of Lighthouse Academy
Lighthouse Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
602 S Mississippi Ave
Roswell, NM 88203
(575) 622-1947
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Map of Little Corral Kindergarte
Little Corral Kindergarte
Gr: PK-5 | 68 students
Alternative School
10111 Constitution Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-0633
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Map of Living Word Christian Academy
Living Word Christian Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
1901 17th Ave Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 892-7378
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Map of Mojave Academy
Mojave Academy
Gr: Inquire with school | 8 students
Alternative School
247 Davenport Canyon Rd
Datil, NM 87821
(505) 772-5260
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Map of The Tutorial School
The Tutorial School
Gr: Inquire with school | 7 students
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
400 Brunn School Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 988-1859
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7
Private Schools
248
Students
$12,150
Avg. Tuition
7
Avg. Class Size
60%
Students of Color
3:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in New Mexico?
The top ranked alternative private schools in New Mexico is Acton Academy Albuquerque.
How many alternative private schools are located in New Mexico?
7 alternative private schools are located in New Mexico.
How diverse are alternative private schools in New Mexico?
New Mexico alternative private schools are approximately 60% minority students, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average of 52%.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in New Mexico?
43% of alternative private schools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Pentecostal and Christian).

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