Shepherd Lutheran (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 42 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Shepherd Lutheran ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Shepherd Lutheran
Kind	3
1	3
2	8
3	4
4	6
5	5
6	3
7	5
8	5

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Student Body

Total Students

42 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

65%

State avg.: 51%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

13 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,000

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% on Financial Aid

30%

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

FootballTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

Shepherd Lutheran School exists to assist the families or our congregation and our community by providing a high quality Christ-centered education for the training of lifelong Disciples of Christ.
Shepherd provides many opportunities for the students to excell in academics, music, and athletics.
Shepherd is served by three full time teachers who are qualified, dedicated, caring, and certified by the Wisconcin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
We are also served by many parental volunteers and volunteers from the congregation.
The Shepherd Roadrunners offer students an opportunity to participate in several sports, along with other private schools in the Albuquerque area, as well as the Denver and Phoenix area.
Those sports include Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Cross Country.
Shepherd also offers the students an opportunity to sing in the School Choir or be in the Chime Tone Choir.
Shepherd has hosted the Reader's Digest Word Challenge the last two years. Our students also participate in city chess meets, and geography bees.

School Mascot: Roadrunner

Shepherd Lutheran School exists to assist the families or our congregation and our community by providing a high quality Christ-centered education for the training of lifelong Disciples of Christ. Shepherd provides many opportunities for the students to excell in academics, music, and athletics. Shepherd is served by four full time teachers who are qualified, dedicated, caring, and certified by the Wisconcin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. We are also served by many parental volunteers and volunteers from the congregation. The Shepherd Roadrunners offer students an opportunity to participate in several sports, along with other private schools in the Albuquerque area, as well as the Denver and Phoenix area. Those sports include Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Cross Country. Shepherd also offers the students an opportunity to sing in the School Choir or be in the Chime Tone Choir. Shepherd has hosted the Reader's Digest Word Challenge the last two years. Our students also participate in city chess meets, spelling bees and geography bees.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shepherd Lutheran cost?

Shepherd Lutheran's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Shepherd Lutheran?

The acceptance rate of Shepherd Lutheran is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Shepherd Lutheran offer?

Shepherd Lutheran offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Shepherd Lutheran?

The application deadline for Shepherd Lutheran is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Shepherd Lutheran located?

Shepherd Lutheran is located in the Loma Del Rey neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 1/31/2026

Family oriented and very good school! All the kids respect each other . Teachers are amazing and the kids learn so much! Both my kids loved going to this school from K-8 grade.

- Posted by Parent - Renee

5 8/22/2025

Seeking a small school with individualized learning opportunities. Our school fosters a positive and loving atmosphere with a strong leadership focus. Call 505-292-6622 for more information.

- Posted by Administrator - Mr. Karnopp

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The average private school tuition in Albuquerque, NM is $10,245 for elementary schools and $12,313 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Albuquerque, NM is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).