Best 87301 New Mexico Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 196 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).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 87301 New Mexico Private Schools (2026)

Map of Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup
Gr: PK-8 | 98 students
Catholic
555 S Woodrow Dr
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 863-6652
Map of Gallup Christian School
Gr: 1-11 | 28 students
Church of Christ
12 Theta St
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Map of Hilltop Christian School
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students
Christian
2 A Deerfield
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726

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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