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#41 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 40% of private schools
Calvary Christian Academy
School
12820 INDIAN SCHOOL RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#41 of 100
In Albuquerque
#16 of 42
public schools
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Calvary Christian Academy
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About Calvary Christian Academy
Calvary Christian Academy is a private school in Albuquerque, NM. Calvary Christian Academy serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Calvary Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Calvary Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Calvary Christian 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
BetaHow Calvary Christian Academy compares to 194 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvary Christian Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE | 7.2 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY | 8.4 |
| MANZANO HIGH | 5.5 |
| PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS | 8.1 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY | 3.7 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY | 4.1 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE | 5.4 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS | 4.7 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY | 3.8 |
| HOOVER MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER | 5.1 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER | 4.3 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| GRANT MIDDLE | 6.6 |
| ELDORADO HIGH | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 194 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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12820 INDIAN SCHOOL RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calvary Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MANZANO HIGH (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ABQ SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| MANZANO HIGH Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| HOOVER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| SANDIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNSET MESA SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
| EASTERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,610
Median Home Value
$254,400
Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Population
42,523
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
40.1
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| IMAGO DEI ACADEMY Alamogordo, NM | 7.0 |
| CMS IACADEMY AT LINCOLN JACKSON Clovis, NM | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 7.1 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calvary Christian Academy
What grades does Calvary Christian Academy serve?
Calvary Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Calvary Christian Academy?
Calvary Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian Academy is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Calvary Christian Academy rank in NM?
Calvary Christian Academy ranks #41 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Calvary Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Calvary Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Calvary Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Calvary Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Calvary Christian Academy a religious school?
Calvary Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 842-8681
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