Axiom Christian Classical School Top 3 · Highest Avg. SAT Score (NM)

Albuquerque Academy Top 3 · Most AP Courses (NM)

Sandia Preparatory School Top 23 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (NM)

Home > Find Schools > School Rankings > Average Tuition Cost > New Mexico

New Mexico Private Elementary Schools By Tuition Cost

Name: New Mexico Average Tuition Cost Trends (Elementary)
Creator: Private School Review
License: https://www.privateschoolreview.com/terms

The average private elementary school tuition in New Mexico is $8,470 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school with the lowest tuition is St. Francis Of Assisi School, with a tuition of $1,500.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# NM Schools Ranked: 61
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,500–$5,000
NM School Avg.: $8,470
National School Avg.: $10,506

Quick Facts (26-27)

# NM Schools Ranked: 61
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,500–$5,000
NM School Avg.: $8,470
National School Avg.: $10,506

New Mexico Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +19.9% (+$1,498 since 2016)

View Data

Year	National avg	New Mexico (NM) avg	YoY Change ($)	YoY Change (%)
2025	$14,043	$9,029	▲ +$118	▲ +1.3%
2024	$13,682	$8,911	▲ +$187	▲ +2.1%
2023	$13,130	$8,724	▲ +$167	▲ +2.0%
2022	$12,589	$8,557	▲ +$159	▲ +1.9%
2021	$12,335	$8,398	▲ +$61	▲ +0.7%
2020	$12,023	$8,337	▲ +$145	▲ +1.8%
2019	$11,773	$8,192	▲ +$195	▲ +2.4%
2018	$11,504	$7,997	▲ +$192	▲ +2.5%
2017	$11,214	$7,805	▲ +$274	▲ +3.6%
2016	$10,830	$7,531	▲ +$391	▲ +5.5%
2015	$10,424	$7,140	—	—

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Show school map — New Mexico (tuition range: $1,500–$5,000, avg $8,470)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,500 $7,200 Avg. Tuition Cost: $4,771

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Mexico average private elementary schools tuition?

The New Mexico average private elementary schools tuition is $8,484 for 2026-27.

What are the private elementary schools with the lowest tuition cost in New Mexico?

The top ranked private elementary schools in New Mexico include St. Francis Of Assisi School, Grace Baptist Academy and Gospel Light Baptist Academy.

Recent Articles

October 13, 2026

Should Your Child Stay at the Same Private School K–12?

Explore whether your child should attend the same private school from kindergarten through graduation, weighing academic continuity, friendships, changing needs, tuition costs, and opportunities at different educational stages.

October 13, 2026

When Your Child's Closest Friends Leave Private School

Learn how to support your child when close friends leave private school, manage loneliness, maintain friendships, encourage new connections, recognize emotional challenges, and decide when additional school support is needed.

October 13, 2026

When Your Child Doesn't Connect With Their Teacher

Discover when parents should intervene if their child struggles to connect with a private school teacher, including warning signs, communication strategies, classroom concerns, and practical steps toward improving relationships.