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#72 of 100 private schools in NM
Sunset Mesa School
Elementary School
3020 MORRIS ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#72 of 100
In Albuquerque
#33 of 42
public schools
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Sunset Mesa School
Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunset Mesa School
Sunset Mesa School is a private elementary school in Albuquerque, NM. Sunset Mesa School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Mesa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sunset Mesa 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 Sunset Mesa School compares to 123 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunset Mesa School (this school) | 5.7 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER | 4.3 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY | 3.8 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| ELDORADO HIGH | 7.7 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY | 8.4 |
| S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| OSUNA ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
| BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| CHELWOOD ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY | 4.1 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| MANZANO HIGH | 5.5 |
| GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
Showing 20 of 123 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
3020 MORRIS ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Mesa School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OSUNA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| EASTERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SANDIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | — |
| COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | — |
| ELDORADO HIGH Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HOOVER MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MADISON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PUBLIC ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| S. Y. JACKSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,511
Median Home Value
$349,200
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
57,219
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| DON CECILIO MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos, NM | 5.8 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Mesa School
What grades does Sunset Mesa School serve?
Sunset Mesa School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Mesa School?
Sunset Mesa School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Mesa School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Mesa School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunset Mesa School rank in NM?
Sunset Mesa School ranks #72 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Sunset Mesa School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Mesa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunset Mesa School a private school?
Yes, Sunset Mesa 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 Sunset Mesa School a religious school?
No, Sunset Mesa School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Phone
- (505) 298-7626
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