The San Felipe de Neri community became active in formal education as early as 1770, when space in the parish house was used as classrooms.
A century later, with financial assistance from Bernalillo County, the parish began operating Albuquerque's first free school.
Today, the parish school offers a 21st-century education for students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
San Felipe De Neri School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The San Felipe de Neri community became active in formal education as early as 1770, when space in the parish house was used as classrooms. A century later, with financial assistance from Bernalillo County, the parish began operating Albuquerque's first free school. Today, the parish school offers a 21st-century education for students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Felipe De Neri School?
The application deadline for San Felipe De Neri School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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