Average
#44 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 43% of private schools
Design for Learning Differences School
School · Albuquerque, NM
A private school in Albuquerque, NM serving grades 2nd – 12th.
8600 ACADEMY RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
- 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 not available
View data sources
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NM average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Design for Learning Differences School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 62Somewhat Walkable
- Transit 24Minimal Transit
- Bike 55Bikeable
- City Safety: High5,820/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Albuquerque), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$84,511
Median home value
$349,200
Median rent
$1,310/mo
College educated
56.1%
Homeownership
61.8%
Poverty rate
9.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 87111; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dld Sycamore SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.2private | 2–12 | 0.0 mi | 60 | Compare → |
| Oak Grove Classical AcademyPrivate · tuition | 6.9private | PK–12 | 0.5 mi | 369 | Compare → |
| Hope Christian School-elementaryPrivate · tuition | 2.9private | K–12 | 2.1 mi | 1,211 | Compare → |
| Eldorado HighEnrollment path unverified | 7.7 | PK–12 | 2.3 mi | 1,608 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Design for Learning Differences School is listed in Albuquerque, NM; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Design for Learning Differences School
Design for Learning Differences School is a private school in Albuquerque, NM, serving approximately 56 students in grades 2nd-12th with a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 100 private schools in NM.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Design for Learning Differences School
What grades does Design for Learning Differences School serve?
Design for Learning Differences School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Design for Learning Differences School?
Design for Learning Differences School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Design for Learning Differences School?
The student-teacher ratio at Design for Learning Differences School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Design for Learning Differences School rank in NM?
Design for Learning Differences School ranks #44 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Design for Learning Differences School's MySchoolScout rating?
Design for Learning Differences School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Design for Learning Differences School a private school?
Yes, Design for Learning Differences School 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 Design for Learning Differences School a religious school?
No, Design for Learning Differences School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 822-0476
- Area population (ZIP 87111)
- 57,219
- Area average commute
- 21.6 min
- Area median age
- 43.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 87111; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
Explore more schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.