Very Good
#15 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 14% of private schools
Wildcat Christian Academy
School
HWY 264 MILE MARKER #9 WILDCAT DR, Gallup, NM 87301
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#15 of 100
In Gallup
#2 of 2
public schools
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Wildcat Christian Academy
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About Wildcat Christian Academy
Wildcat Christian Academy is a private school in Gallup, NM. Wildcat Christian Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildcat Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Wildcat Christian 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Wildcat Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wildcat Christian 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 Wildcat Christian Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Gallup, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wildcat Christian Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY | 6.9 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| GALLUP HIGH | 4.5 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE | 4.6 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER | — |
| GALLUP MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE | 6.0 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP | 6.6 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY | 7.1 |
| Bread Springs Day School | 5.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
HWY 264 MILE MARKER #9 WILDCAT DR, Gallup, NM 87301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildcat Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 9.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 11.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 12.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gallup, see our Gallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 7.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 9.0 mi | 6.9 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 9.5 mi | — |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 10.5 mi | 4.5 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 9.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 9.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 10.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 10.0 mi | — |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 11.0 mi | 4.6 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 11.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 11.5 mi | 6.3 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 11.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 11.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 11.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 11.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 12.2 mi | 6.4 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 12.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 12.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,302
Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,981
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
34.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AXIOM CHRISTIAN CLASSICAL SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.4 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Alamogordo, NM | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup, NM | — |
| LA VIDA MISSION SCHOOL Farmington, NM | — |
| OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterflow, NM | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildcat Christian Academy
What grades does Wildcat Christian Academy serve?
Wildcat Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Wildcat Christian Academy?
Wildcat Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildcat Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildcat Christian Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wildcat Christian Academy rank in NM?
Wildcat Christian Academy ranks #15 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Wildcat Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildcat Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wildcat Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Wildcat Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Wildcat Christian Academy a religious school?
Wildcat Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Phone
- (505) 371-5368
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