St. Mary's Catholic School Belen is a co–ed Catholic school serving preschool through 8th grade in a suburban setting in Belen, NM.
The school enrolls 176 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average class size of 20.
Founded in 1927,. Mary's has a long–anding presence in the Belen community and is among the oldest private schools in New Mexico.
Annual tuition is $4,975, with 40% of udents receiving financial aid; the school maintains an 85% acceptance rate.
The faculty includes 14 teachers, 72% of whom have advanced degrees, supporting education for a udent body that is 76% diverse in racial and ethnic representation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,975
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Catholic School Belen ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
176 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
76%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
school uniforms required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Aide available
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Janet Montoya
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Roadrunners 4-H ClubRobotics Club
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary's Catholic School Belen cost?
St. Mary's Catholic School Belen's tuition is approximately $4,975 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary's Catholic School Belen often compared to?
St. Mary's Catholic School Belen is often viewed alongside schools like Canon Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's Catholic School Belen?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's Catholic School Belen is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Mary's Catholic School Belen offer?
St. Mary's Catholic School Belen offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary's Catholic School Belen's ranking?
St. Mary's Catholic School Belen ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic School Belen?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic School Belen is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Mary's Catholic School Belen vs. Canon Christian Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Mary's Catholic School Belen is Canon Christian Academy (1.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Abundant Life Christian School (27.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
19381 N Hwy 314
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 917-6697
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 917-6697
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 207 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 877-0535
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 877-0535
24.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Mountain View Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
2530 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 331-1968
Albuquerque, NM 87105
(505) 331-1968
26.3 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 4 students
2851 Arenal Road SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 877-7772
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 877-7772
27.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 12/17/2016
This school educates the whole child. I love the new science program. It is far and away better than any school around the area. Kids learn cursive writing and they still teach science and social studies in kinder through 8th. Very family - community oriented school.
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