Very Good
#16 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 15% of private schools
Sandia Preparatory School
High School
532 OSUNA RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#16 of 100
In Albuquerque
#5 of 42
public schools
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Sandia Preparatory School
High School in Albuquerque · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sandia Preparatory School
Sandia Preparatory School is a private high school in Albuquerque, NM. Sandia Preparatory School serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandia Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Sandia Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sandia Preparatory 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 Sandia Preparatory School compares to 112 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sandia Preparatory School (this school) | 7.5 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| TAFT MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL | — |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| THE GREAT ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY | 8.7 |
| ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SEQUOYAH | — |
| LOS PUENTES CHARTER | 4.4 |
| DEL NORTE HIGH | 4.8 |
| NEX GEN ACADEMY | 8.8 |
| MCKINLEY MIDDLE | 4.8 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY | 7.1 |
| GARFIELD MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| CORRALES INTERNATIONAL | 6.5 |
| VALLEY HIGH | 6.7 |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 112 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
532 OSUNA RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandia Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE GREAT ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISSION AVENUE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| TAFT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | — |
| LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| THE GREAT ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TAYLOR MIDDLE Los Ranchos De Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SEQUOYAH Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | — |
| MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LOS PUENTES CHARTER Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,083
Median Home Value
$362,100
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
16,369
College Educated
51.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARROWHEAD PARK EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Las Cruces, NM | 7.7 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.3 |
| RATON HIGH Raton, NM | 7.3 |
| SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 7.3 |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 7.1 |
| THE ASK ACADEMY Rio Rancho, NM | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandia Preparatory School
What grades does Sandia Preparatory School serve?
Sandia Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Sandia Preparatory School?
Sandia Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandia Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandia Preparatory School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sandia Preparatory School rank in NM?
Sandia Preparatory School ranks #16 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Sandia Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandia Preparatory School 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 Sandia Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Sandia Preparatory 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 Sandia Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Sandia Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 338-3006
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