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Best 87505 New Mexico Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 private schools serving 1,589 students in 87505, NM (there are 15 public schools, serving 6,159 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 87505, NM are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).

The private schools in 87505, NM include Garcia Street Club, Inc., St. Michaels High School, and Rio Grande School.

The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is same as the New Mexico private school average acceptance rate of 88%.

15% of private schools in 87505, NM are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 1,589
Average Tuition: $14,642
% Students on Financial Aid: 29%
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Average Class Size: 14 students
% Students of Color: 27%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 1,589
Average Tuition: $14,642
% Students on Financial Aid: 29%
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Average Class Size: 14 students
% Students of Color: 27%
View 87505 New Mexico School Trends

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87505, New Mexico Private Schools (Closed)

Desert Academy

Gr: 6-12 | 123 students

Avg. class size: 12 students

Specialized Curriculum

7300 Old Santa Fe Trail

Santa Fe, NM 87505

(505) 992-8284

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La Casa Feliz

Gr: K-1 | 50 students

Daycare / Preschool

1519 5th St

Santa Fe, NM 87505

(505) 982-4896

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 87505, NM?

The private schools in 87505, NM include Garcia Street Club, Inc., St. Michaels High School, and Rio Grande School.

How many private schools are located in 87505?

13 private schools are located in 87505.

How diverse are private schools in 87505?

87505 private schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the New Mexico private school average of 52%.

What percentage of students in 87505 go to private school?

21% of all K-12 students in 87505 are educated in private schools (compared to the NM state average of 7%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 87505?

15% of private schools in 87505 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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