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#79 of 100 private schools in NM
Valley Baptist Academy
School
56 ARROYO SECO CIR, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#79 of 100
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Valley Baptist Academy
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About Valley Baptist Academy
Valley Baptist Academy is a private school in Espanola, NM. Valley Baptist Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Valley Baptist Academy 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Valley Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley Baptist Academy 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 Valley Baptist Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Espanola, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Baptist Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH | 5.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| Kha'p'o Community School | 3.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY | 6.6 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE | 5.7 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY | 5.8 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY | 4.0 |
| VELARDE ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| DIXON ELEMENTARY | 7.3 |
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
56 ARROYO SECO CIR, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | — |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.5 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 5.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 6.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 6.4 mi | 3.2 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 6.8 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 6.8 mi | 3.7 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,077
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.4
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| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.0 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe, NM | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Baptist Academy
What grades does Valley Baptist Academy serve?
Valley Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Baptist Academy?
Valley Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Baptist Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Baptist Academy rank in NM?
Valley Baptist Academy ranks #79 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Valley Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Valley Baptist Academy a religious school?
Valley Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 148 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 753-4617
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