Southwest Child Care in Albuquerque, NM, is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving 220 students, including 40 K–12 students, in a city–based setting.
Founded in 1986, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 2:1 with 100 teachers, supporting small–group learning with an average class size of 20.
The student body is 65 percent students of color, reflecting a diverse enrollment in this Albuquerque early learning program.
Southwest Child Care has a 95 percent acceptance rate, which is higher than the local private school average of 82 percent.
The school ranks among the top 20 percent of private schools in New Mexico for having one of the largest student bodies.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NM School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southwest Child Care ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1986
Student Body
Total Students
220 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Children are great imitators. Let's give them something great to imitate.'
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Southwest Child Care?
The acceptance rate of Southwest Child Care is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Southwest Child Care's ranking?
Southwest Child Care ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Southwest Child Care?
The application deadline for Southwest Child Care is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Southwest Child Care is Calvary Christian Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is East Gate Kids (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
East Gate Kids
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
12120 Copper Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 294-5102
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 294-5102
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 180 students
Kids Castle
Daycare / Preschool
12840 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 294-5437
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 294-5437
0.8 miles
Gr: NS | 137 students
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Montessori School
1111 Eubank Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 275-6111
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 275-6111
0.9 miles
Gr: K | 3 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Calvary Christian Academy
(Christian)
12820 Indian School Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 842-8681
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 842-8681
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Little Corral Kindergarte
Alternative School
10111 Constitution Ave Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-0633
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 299-0633
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 68 students
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