St. Francis of Assisi School, K-8, is a unique and special place of learning providing a religiously founded education that is essential in our community.
We are located in the mountains of Northern New Mexico, 5 miles from Colorado and 3 miles from the Jicarilla Apache Nation, Dulce.
Our average enrollment has been 80 students. Our school was founded in 1919 by the Franciscan Order to serve the local Jicarilla Apache and Hispanic communities.
Over the years, the school's leadership has changed hands from the local Catholic parish to parents and community members.
The school now remains private and independent, but with a continued direct relationship to the nearby St. Francis and St. Anthony's Mission Churches.
Our mission is to provide each student a quality education that will prepare them for a fruitful life in partnership with their home, parish, and community.
We do this by offering sound academic and spiritual instruction.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,500
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis Of Assisi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Motto
Teaching and living the Gospel message of Jesus Christ through family involvement in worship, evangelization, education, and service.
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 49%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
7 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council
School Notes
- We continue the Catholic tradition with our spiritual and academic goals. We have weekly Mass and Rosary with the students. We remember our traditions with the May crowning, the Feast of St. Francis, and children's Christmas pageant. Academically, there is a great infusion of culture; a focus on reading, writing, and math; over 70 computers and a balance of enrichment activities for student success. Our sports program promotes health and well-being. Our teaching staff is made up entirely of volunteers. The teaching mission involves not only preparation for in class tasks, but also requires a significant community involvement and school operations component. Our volunteers do not need to have education degrees but must have a BS/BA degree. Volunteers must submit for a NM teaching internship license upon arrival. If you stay beyond one year, you must enter a teacher certification program and take the NM teacher assessments/test. Volunteers are provided community housing; breakfast and lunch on school days; a monthly $300 stipend; medical, dental, and life insurance; and we have worked with AmeriCorps providing the $4,700 Education Awards. The service commitment is 1 August to 31 May.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis Of Assisi School cost?
St. Francis Of Assisi School's tuition is approximately $1,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Francis Of Assisi School?
The acceptance rate of St. Francis Of Assisi School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Francis Of Assisi School offer?
St. Francis Of Assisi School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Paddle Tennis.
What is St. Francis Of Assisi School's ranking?
St. Francis Of Assisi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Of Assisi School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Of Assisi School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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