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#37 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 36% of private schools
Manzano Day School
Elementary School
1801 CENTRAL AVE NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#37 of 100
In Albuquerque
#14 of 42
public schools
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Manzano Day School
Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Manzano Day School
Manzano Day School is a private elementary school in Albuquerque, NM. Manzano Day School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Manzano Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Manzano Day 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 Manzano Day School compares to 123 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Manzano Day School (this school) | 6.9 |
| ABQ SIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 6.3 |
| LEW WALLACE ELEMENTARY | 4.7 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY | 2.8 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 4.4 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY | 6.0 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY | 3.9 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY | 4.4 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE | 9.1 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY | 3.9 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEMENTARY | 3.8 |
| WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| ALBUQUERQUE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY | 5.0 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY | 6.7 |
| EAST SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| UNM MIMBRES SCHOOL | — |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 123 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.
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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
1801 CENTRAL AVE NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manzano Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN FELIPE DE NERI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| TIERRA ADENTRO Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ABQ SIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| LEW WALLACE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SIEMBRA LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SCHOOL ON WHEELS HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,714
Median Home Value
$300,000
Median Rent
$1,022/mo
Population
13,369
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
40.7
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| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manzano Day School
What grades does Manzano Day School serve?
Manzano Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Manzano Day School?
Manzano Day School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manzano Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Manzano Day School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Manzano Day School rank in NM?
Manzano Day School ranks #37 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Manzano Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Manzano Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Manzano Day School a private school?
Yes, Manzano Day 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 Manzano Day School a religious school?
No, Manzano Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 243-6659
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