For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 189 students in 87301, NM (there are 18 public schools, serving 8,932 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 87301, NM are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
The top-ranked private school in 87301, NM is Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup.
100% of private schools in 87301, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).
Top-Ranked 87301 New Mexico Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup
(Catholic)
555 S Woodrow Dr
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 863-6652
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 863-6652
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Tuition listed
Gallup Christian School
(Church of Christ)
12 Theta St
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Gr: 1-11 | 28 students
Hilltop Christian School
(Christian)
2 A Deerfield
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 87301, NM?
The top-ranked private schools in 87301, NM is Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup.
How many private schools are located in 87301?
3 private schools are located in 87301.
What percentage of students in 87301 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 87301 are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 87301?
100% of private schools in 87301 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).
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