For the 2026 school year, there are 3 special education private schools serving 80 students in New Mexico.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
Special Education Private Schools in New Mexico (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Design For Learning Differences School
Special Education School
8600 Academy Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 822-0476
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 822-0476
Gr: 2-12 | 52 students
Pathways Academy
Special Education School
4615 Hawkins, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 341-0555
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 341-0555
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Presbyterian Ear Institute
Special Education School
415 Cedar St Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 224-7020
Gr: PK-K | 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many special education private schools are located in New Mexico?
3 special education private schools are located in New Mexico.
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