Very Good
#18 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 17% of private schools
Gospel Light Baptist Academy
School
1500 SOUTHERN BLVD SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#18 of 100
In Rio Rancho
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Gospel Light Baptist Academy
Gospel Light Baptist Academy is a private school in Rio Rancho, NM. Gospel Light Baptist Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gospel Light Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Gospel Light Baptist 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Gospel Light Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gospel Light Baptist 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 Gospel Light Baptist Academy compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Rio Rancho, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gospel Light Baptist Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY | 3.5 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE | 4.6 |
| EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH | 6.0 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY | 7.6 |
| RIO RANCHO ELEMENTARY | 4.7 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | 5.8 |
| RIO RANCHO MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| CIELO AZUL ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| ENCHANTED HILLS ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| SANDIA VISTA ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Rio Rancho
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
1500 SOUTHERN BLVD SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gospel Light Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Albuquerque), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rio Rancho, see our Rio Rancho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MARTIN KING JR ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| EAGLE RIDGE MIDDLE Rio Rancho | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ERNEST STAPLETON ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| RIO RANCHO HIGH Rio Rancho | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.0 mi | 9.5 |
| LEAP INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 2.7 mi | — |
| PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SUNSET VIEW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CIBOLA HIGH Albuquerque | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COLINAS DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,278
Median Home Value
$262,800
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Population
58,402
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| CMS IACADEMY AT LINCOLN JACKSON Clovis, NM | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 7.1 |
| IMAGO DEI ACADEMY Alamogordo, NM | 7.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.8 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe, NM | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gospel Light Baptist Academy
What grades does Gospel Light Baptist Academy serve?
Gospel Light Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Gospel Light Baptist Academy?
Gospel Light Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gospel Light Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gospel Light Baptist Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gospel Light Baptist Academy rank in NM?
Gospel Light Baptist Academy ranks #18 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Gospel Light Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gospel Light Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gospel Light Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Gospel Light Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gospel Light Baptist Academy a religious school?
Gospel Light Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sandoval County
- Phone
- (505) 289-2130
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