Below Average
#84 of 100 private schools in NM
Fayette St Academy
School
830 FAYETTE ST, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#84 of 100
In Santa Fe
#10 of 11
public schools
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Fayette St Academy
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About Fayette St Academy
Fayette St Academy is a private school in Santa Fe, NM. Fayette St Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fayette St Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Fayette St 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Fayette St Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fayette St 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 Fayette St Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Fe, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fayette St Academy (this school) | 4.9 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 6.8 |
| Santa Fe Indian School | — |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) | 9.7 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS | 6.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| SANTA FE HIGH | 6.6 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES | 7.1 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD | 5.3 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
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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
830 FAYETTE ST, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fayette St Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 0.4 mi | — |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | — |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| JOURNEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,912
Median Home Value
$484,100
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
32,189
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
53.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fayette St Academy
What grades does Fayette St Academy serve?
Fayette St Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Fayette St Academy?
Fayette St Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fayette St Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fayette St Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fayette St Academy rank in NM?
Fayette St Academy ranks #84 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Fayette St Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fayette St Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fayette St Academy a private school?
Yes, Fayette St 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 Fayette St Academy a religious school?
No, Fayette St Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 136 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 982-3396
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