Very Good
#29 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 28% of private schools
Dld Sycamore School
School
8600 ACADEMY RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#29 of 100
In Albuquerque
#11 of 42
public schools
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Dld Sycamore School
School in Albuquerque · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dld Sycamore School
Dld Sycamore School is a private school in Albuquerque, NM. Dld Sycamore School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dld Sycamore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Dld Sycamore School 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 4:1 students to teachers, Dld Sycamore School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dld Sycamore School 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 Dld Sycamore School compares to 194 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dld Sycamore School (this school) | 7.2 |
| OSUNA ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
| HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL | 9.4 |
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY | 5.4 |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE | 8.2 |
| MADISON MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE | 8.4 |
| SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| EDMUND G ROSS ELEMENTARY | 7.1 |
| SANDIA HIGH | 8.1 |
| NEX GEN ACADEMY | 8.8 |
| S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| GOV BENT ELEMENTARY | 3.7 |
| ELDORADO HIGH | 7.7 |
| THE GREAT ACADEMY | 4.8 |
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
8600 ACADEMY RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dld Sycamore School may also want to explore other schools in the area. OAK GROVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DESIGN FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10), 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 | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK GROVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ALBUQUERQUE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MADISON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI ONE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DESERT RIDGE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,511
Median Home Value
$349,200
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
57,219
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY WEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anthony, NM | 7.2 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces, NM | 7.3 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo, NM | 7.8 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo, NM | 7.8 |
| DESIGN FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dld Sycamore School
What grades does Dld Sycamore School serve?
Dld Sycamore School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Dld Sycamore School?
Dld Sycamore School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dld Sycamore School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dld Sycamore School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dld Sycamore School rank in NM?
Dld Sycamore School ranks #29 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Dld Sycamore School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dld Sycamore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dld Sycamore School a private school?
Yes, Dld Sycamore 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 Dld Sycamore School a religious school?
No, Dld Sycamore School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 822-0476
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