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#32 of 100 private schools in NM

Top 31% of private schools

Albuquerque Academy

High School

6400 WYOMING BLVD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Private

Enrollment

1,163

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Mexico private schools

#32 of 100

In Albuquerque

#12 of 42

public schools

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Albuquerque Academy

7.0/10

High School in Albuquerque · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Albuquerque Academy

Albuquerque Academy is a private high school in Albuquerque, NM. Albuquerque Academy serves approximately 1,163 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Albuquerque Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 100 private schools in NM.

How it compares0.6 pts above NM schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Albuquerque Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Albuquerque Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Albuquerque Academy compares to 112 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,163
This School
vs
497
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.7% vs 0%
Asian 12.5% vs 0%
Black 1.5% vs 0%
Albuquerque Academy Albuquerque Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Albuquerque Academy (this school) 7.0
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 9.4
CLEVELAND MIDDLE 6.4
DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE 8.4
THE GREAT ACADEMY 4.8
NEX GEN ACADEMY 8.8
LA CUEVA HIGH 8.0
EXPLORE ACADEMY 8.7
DEL NORTE HIGH 4.8
MADISON MIDDLE 6.7
HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL 4.8
EISENHOWER MIDDLE 8.2
SANDIA HIGH 8.1
CORRALES INTERNATIONAL 6.5
ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL 7.3
ELDORADO HIGH 7.7
DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL 8.4
SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER 5.1
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER 4.3
MCKINLEY MIDDLE 4.8
HOOVER MIDDLE 6.2

Showing 20 of 112 schools. View all schools in Albuquerque

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NM.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,209.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 1,163
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NM

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 45.3%
Two or More 26.8%
Hispanic 12.7%
Asian 12.5%
Black 1.5%
Native American 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6400 WYOMING BLVD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Albuquerque Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA CUEVA HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
DESIGN FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.6 mi 6.6
DLD SYCAMORE SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.6 mi 7.2
OAK GROVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Albuquerque 0.7 mi 6.9
DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.1 mi 6.3
ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.1 mi 5.4
OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.4 mi 6.5
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.5 mi 9.4
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 2.9
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Albuquerque 1.6 mi 6.5
SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Albuquerque 1.7 mi 4.5
HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.5 mi 8.7
EDMUND G ROSS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 7.1
DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.9 mi 8.4
CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque 1.8 mi
CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.9 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque 1.9 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque 1.9 mi 8.0
COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.0 mi 5.7
LA CUEVA HIGH Albuquerque 2.1 mi 8.0
ALTURA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albuquerque 2.2 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,295

Median Home Value

$298,300

Median Rent

$1,112/mo

Population

39,323

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas, NM 6.9
CIBOLA HIGH Albuquerque, NM 6.7
LOVINGTON HIGH Lovington, NM 7.3
VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque, NM 6.7
SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe, NM 6.6
CLOVIS HIGH Clovis, NM 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Albuquerque Academy

What grades does Albuquerque Academy serve?

Albuquerque Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Albuquerque Academy?

Albuquerque Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,163 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Albuquerque Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Albuquerque Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Albuquerque Academy rank in NM?

Albuquerque Academy ranks #32 of 100 private schools in NM.

What is Albuquerque Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Albuquerque Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Albuquerque Academy a private school?

Yes, Albuquerque Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Albuquerque Academy a religious school?

No, Albuquerque Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,163
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
162
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County

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