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#39 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 38% of private schools
Santa Fe Girls' School
Middle School
310 W ZIA RD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#39 of 100
In Santa Fe
#5 of 11
public schools
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Santa Fe Girls' School
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About Santa Fe Girls' School
Santa Fe Girls' School is a private middle school in Santa Fe, NM. Santa Fe Girls' School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe Girls' School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Santa Fe Girls' School 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Santa Fe Girls' School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Santa Fe Girls' 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 Santa Fe Girls' School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Fe, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Fe Girls' School (this school) | 6.9 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| Santa Fe Indian School | — |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 6.8 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) | 9.7 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER | 6.8 |
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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.
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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
310 W ZIA RD, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Fe Girls' School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.1 mi | — |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | — |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LA MARIPOSA MONTESSORI Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SANTA FE WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | — |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THRIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
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 Santa Fe Girls' School
What grades does Santa Fe Girls' School serve?
Santa Fe Girls' School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Fe Girls' School?
Santa Fe Girls' School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Girls' School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Girls' School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Fe Girls' School rank in NM?
Santa Fe Girls' School ranks #39 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Santa Fe Girls' School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Fe Girls' 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 Santa Fe Girls' School a private school?
Yes, Santa Fe Girls' School is a private all-girls 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 Santa Fe Girls' School a religious school?
No, Santa Fe Girls' School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 820-3188
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