Very Good
#28 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 27% of private schools
May Center for Learning
Elementary School
1200 OLD PECOS TRL, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#28 of 100
In Santa Fe
#3 of 11
public schools
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May Center for Learning
Elementary School in Santa Fe · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About May Center for Learning
May Center for Learning is a private elementary school in Santa Fe, NM. May Center for Learning serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. May Center for Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, May Center for Learning 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 6:1 students to teachers, May Center for Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
May Center for Learning 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 May Center for Learning compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Fe, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| May Center for Learning (this school) | 7.2 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| Santa Fe Indian School | — |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 6.8 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) | 9.7 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD | 5.3 |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.6 |
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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
1200 OLD PECOS TRL, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering May Center for Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.2 mi | — |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | — |
| SANTA FE GIRLS' SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | — |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
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
Similar Schools
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| RESERVE ELEMENTARY Reserve, NM | 7.2 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 7.3 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 7.1 |
| SAN DIEGO RIVERSIDE Jemez Pueblo, NM | 7.1 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito, NM | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about May Center for Learning
What grades does May Center for Learning serve?
May Center for Learning serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend May Center for Learning?
May Center for Learning has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at May Center for Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at May Center for Learning is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does May Center for Learning rank in NM?
May Center for Learning ranks #28 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is May Center for Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
May Center for Learning 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 May Center for Learning a private school?
Yes, May Center for Learning 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 May Center for Learning a religious school?
No, May Center for Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 983-7407
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