Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Rio Grande Christian Academy
About the School
- Rio Grande Christian Academy serves 44 students in grades Kindergarten-12, is a member of the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow), the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) and the Other special emphasis association(s).
- The student:teacher of Rio Grande Christian Academy is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Baptist.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Rio Grande Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Rio Grande Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rio Grande Christian Academy located?
Rio Grande Christian Academy is located in the Southside Farms neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Avg. class size: 15 students
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Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 7
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