Private School Review - Established 2003

New Mexico Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 614 students in New Mexico.
25% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
The top ranked private school belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico is Sunset Mesa School.
These schools make up 2% of the 185 private schools in New Mexico and 3% of its 23,436 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico (2026-27)

Map of Sunset Mesa School
Sunset Mesa School
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students
3020 Morris St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 298-7626
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Map of Albuquerque Country Day School
Albuquerque Country Day School
Gr: PK-9 | 132 students
Specialized Curriculum
5801 Carmel Avenue Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 797-2200
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Map of May Center For Learning
May Center For Learning
Gr: PK-8 | 57 students
1200 Old Pecos Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 983-7407
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Map of Veritas Classical Christian Academy
Veritas Classical Christian Academy
Gr: PK-10 | 41 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
Po Box 2844
Hobbs, NM 88241
(575) 942-4664
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico is Sunset Mesa School.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in New Mexico?
4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in New Mexico.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in New Mexico?
25% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
4
Private Schools
614
Students
$18,000
Avg. Tuition
27%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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