Top 10 Best Bernalillo County Private High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 23 private high schools serving 5,670 students in Bernalillo County, NM.
The top ranked private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM include Albuquerque Academy, Axiom Christian Classical School and Bosque School.
The average tuition cost is $13,741, which is higher than the New Mexico private high school average tuition cost of $10,211.
70% of private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Bernalillo County Private High Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Albuquerque Academy
Albuquerque Academy Photo - Albuquerque Academy's 6-7 Division has a unique structure in which teachers plan together, teach cooperatively, model teamwork, and get to know students well. Sixth-grade students are placed in small "families" of a teacher and about 10 classmates. These families stay together all year, meet every morning, and eat lunch together every day.
(3)
6400 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 828-3208
Grades: 6-12
| 1,186 students
Axiom Christian Classical School
Axiom Christian Classical School Photo - Nestled behind Presbyterian Hospital with easy highway access is Axiom's long term home. Previously housing a charter school, the remodeled 3 story building has an indoor basketball court, outdoor play area, weight room, indoor/outdoor eating areas, and industrial kitchen. There is also plenty of room to garden on the completely fenced and secure campus.
(Christian)
(9)
1404 Lead Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 347-9068
Grades: K-12
| 133 students
Sandia Preparatory School
Sandia Preparatory School Photo - Sandia Preparatory School provides a rigorous college prep education in a small class setting for grades 6 - 12.
(5)
532 Osuna Road NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 338-3000
Grades: 6-12
| 509 students
Abundant Life Christian School
Abundant Life Christian School Photo - Abundant Life Christian School
(Mennonite)
(1)
2851 Arenal Road SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 877-7772
Grades: PK-12
| 45 students
Acton Academy Albuquerque
Acton Academy Albuquerque Photo - Acton ABQ
Alternative School
3100 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 358-1163
Grades: K-12
| 62 students
Bosque School
Bosque School Photo - Service Learning is an educational experience that takes students from the classroom into community settings, applying academic and real-world concepts while meeting a real community need. At Bosque School, we believe strongly that integrating meaningful service with instruction and reflection will enrich learning, teach civic responsibility, and engage students in issues affecting the larger community locally, nationally, and globally.
(32)
4000 Bosque School Road NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-6388
Grades: 6-12
| 486 students
Hope Christian Schools Inc
Hope Christian Schools Inc Photo - Hope Christian Pre-K students celebrating their graduation to Kindergarten!
(Christian)
8005 Louisiana Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 822-5399
Grades: PK-12
| 1,377 students
Menaul School
Menaul School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(4)
301 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 341-7250
Grades: 6-12
| 196 students
Oak Grove Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8888 Harper Rd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 269-2696
Grades: PK-12
| 317 students
St. Pius X High School
St. Pius X High School Photo - SPX students
(Catholic)
(3)
5301 Saint Josephs Dr Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 831-8528
Grades: 9-12
| 588 students
Albuquerque Country Day School
Special Program Emphasis
5801 Carmel Avenue Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 797-2200
Grades: PK-9
| 132 students
Calvary Christian Academy
(Christian)
12820 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 842-8681
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Christian Heritage Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
2800 Louisiana Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 884-4597
Grades: NS-12
| 64 students
Design For Learning Differences School
Special Education School
8600 Academy Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 822-0476
Grades: 2-12
| 40 students
East Mountain Christian Academy
(Christian)
11820 Hwy 337 S
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 286-1482
Grades: PK-12
| 48 students
Evangel Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
(3)
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 883-4674
Grades: K-12
| 111 students
Oak Flats Christian School
(Christian)
26 Carlisle Rd
Tijeras, NM 87059
(505) 281-1766
Grades: 6-11
| 5 students
Paradise Christian School
(Christian)
6013 Paradise Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 362-1626
Grades: K-12
| 87 students
Pathways Academy
Special Education School
4615 Hawkins, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 341-0555
Grades: 4-12
| 18 students
Rio Grande Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
2121 Gun Club Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 877-0535
Grades: K-12
| 44 students
Salam Academy
Salam Academy Photo - Regional Winners
(Islamic)
8015 Mountain Rd Pl NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 888-7688
Grades: NS-12
| 168 students
Tower Road Christian Academy
(Baptist)
601 86th St Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 839-1063
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
19 Cirguela Rd
Cedar Crest, NM 87008
(505) 281-3609
Grades: 3-11
| 21 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Bernalillo County, New Mexico

Bernalillo County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
801 Girard Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 268-4199
Grades: K-7
| 35 students
5621 Paradise Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 850-7916
Grades: K-8
| 18 students
3021 Todos Santos St Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4444
Grades: K-12
| 39 students
4700 Eubank Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 237-0844
Grades: 8-12
| 78 students
220 El Pueblo Road Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-3060
Grades: K-12
| 40 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM?
The top ranked private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM include Albuquerque Academy, Axiom Christian Classical School and Bosque School.
How many private high schools are located in Bernalillo County, NM?
23 private high schools are located in Bernalillo County, NM.
How much do private high schools cost in Bernalillo County, NM?
The average tuition cost is $13,741, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average tuition cost of $10,211.
How diverse are private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM?
Bernalillo County, NM private high schools are approximately 46% minority students, which is lower than the New Mexico private school average of 49%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Bernalillo County, NM?
70% of private high schools in Bernalillo County, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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