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#52 of 100 private schools in NM
St Pius X High School
High School
5301 SAINT JOSEPHS DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#52 of 100
In Albuquerque
#23 of 42
public schools
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St Pius X High School
High School in Albuquerque · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pius X High School
St Pius X High School is a private high school in Albuquerque, NM. St Pius X High School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius X High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Pius X High 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 St Pius X High School compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pius X High School (this school) | 6.4 |
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER | 5.8 |
| VALLEY HIGH | 6.7 |
| WEST MESA HIGH | 5.8 |
| TIERRA ADENTRO | 7.6 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY | 6.0 |
| ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| LOS PUENTES CHARTER | 4.4 |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER | 4.7 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL | — |
| ABQ SIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 6.3 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| VOLCANO VISTA HIGH | 7.0 |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY | 7.1 |
| SEQUOYAH | — |
| SIEMBRA LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| MARK ARMIJO ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| ALBUQUERQUE HIGH | 7.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY | 8.4 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 60 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
5301 SAINT JOSEPHS DR NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pius X High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BOSQUE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VALLEY HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CRESTVIEW SDA ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CHRISTINE DUNCAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HORIZON ACADEMY WEST Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| L.B. JOHNSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SUSIE RAYOS MARMON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CHAMIZA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,887
Median Home Value
$276,900
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
65,477
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HATCH VALLEY HIGH Hatch, NM | 6.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
| SOCORRO HIGH Socorro, NM | 6.5 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe, NM | 6.6 |
| RUIDOSO HIGH Ruidoso, NM | 6.6 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe, NM | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pius X High School
What grades does St Pius X High School serve?
St Pius X High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Pius X High School?
St Pius X High School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius X High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pius X High School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pius X High School rank in NM?
St Pius X High School ranks #52 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is St Pius X High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pius X High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pius X High School a private school?
Yes, St Pius X High 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 Pius X High School a religious school?
St Pius X High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 831-8528
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