Sacred Heart Catholic School in Farmington, NM serves 130 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city setting.
Founded in 1910, the school is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, with 18 teachers supporting an enrollment of 130 students.
Annual tuition is $4,500, and the school has an acceptance rate of approximately 85 percent.
The student body is 54 percent students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Farmington community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,500
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Love and Serve God and Our Neighbors
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Catholic School cost?
Sacred Heart Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart Catholic School often compared to?
Sacred Heart Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like San Juan College Child & Family Dev Center by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Sacred Heart Catholic School is Navajo Preparatory School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Grace Baptist Academy (1.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Grace Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
2200 Sullivan Ave
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 325-7802
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 325-7802
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 115 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Living Word Christian School
(Christian)
1200 E 30th St
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 325-8525
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 325-8525
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students
Acts Christian Academy
(Church of the Nazarene)
2600 Sullivan Ave
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 326-5149
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 326-5149
1.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 86 students
4300 College Blvd
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 325-0656
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 325-0656
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 131 students
5509 Sagebrush Dr
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 325-5875
Farmington, NM 87402
(505) 325-5875
4.6 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 25 students Avg. class size: 14 students
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