Needs Improvement
#98 of 100 private schools in NM
St Joseph Mission School
Elementary School
26 SCHOOL RD, San Fidel, NM 87049
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#98 of 100
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St Joseph Mission School
Elementary School in San Fidel · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Mission School
St Joseph Mission School is a private elementary school in San Fidel, NM. St Joseph Mission School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, St Joseph Mission 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Mission School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Mission 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
26 SCHOOL RD, San Fidel, NM 87049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Mission School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Grants), which scores notably higher. Another option is CUBERO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Grants), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Grants), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Fidel, see our San Fidel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 8.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 13.0 mi | — |
| Laguna Elementary School Laguna | 13.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Laguna Middle School Laguna | 13.0 mi | 3.7 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants | 14.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 13.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 13.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 14.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 14.6 mi | 5.5 |
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 15.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants | 15.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 16.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 18.1 mi | 8.0 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 24.6 mi | 7.1 |
| To'hajiilee Day School Tohajiilee | 27.4 mi | — |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 32.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 40.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
4
College Educated
75%
Poverty Rate
100%
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| T'siya Day School Zia Pueblo, NM | 4.1 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City, NM | 4.6 |
| JOURNEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 4.6 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS KINDERGARTEN Las Cruces, NM | 4.8 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa, NM | 5.0 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Farmington, NM | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Mission School
What grades does St Joseph Mission School serve?
St Joseph Mission School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Mission School?
St Joseph Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Mission School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Mission School rank in NM?
St Joseph Mission School ranks #98 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is St Joseph Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Mission School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Mission School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Joseph Mission School a religious school?
St Joseph Mission School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cibola County
- Phone
- (505) 552-6362
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