Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup
About the School
- Authentically Catholic.
- Educating in the Liberal Arts.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform policy
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
discounts for families with more than one child enrolled; scholarships available based on financial need
Admissions Director
Principal
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
School Notes
- Sacred Heart Catholic School is a PK-8 school founded in 1912. It is the only Catholic school in Gallup, serving the families of the city and surrounding areas. The school has undergone many changes over the over one hundred year history, including being relocated three times and closed several times. Now, the school is located next to Sacred Heart Cathedral and has an enrollment of 100 students.
- The school is authentically Catholic; students attend daily Mass, receive strong instruction in the teachings of the Catholic Faith, and spend time in Eucharistic Adoration weekly.
- Sacred Heart Catholic School is a classical school which places the emphasis of its instruction on the liberal arts to educate the whole child.
- The school is located in Gallup which is known for being the "Indian Capital of the World" and plays a large role in educating the Native American children in the area.
- The school administrators maintain low tuition prices and offer scholarship awards to assist in keeping the cost of educating its students affordable to families.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup cost?
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup often compared to?
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup is often viewed alongside schools like Rehoboth Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup vs. Rehoboth Christian School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Sacred Heart Catholic School, Gallup is Wildcat Christian Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rehoboth Christian School (4.6 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Christian
Highway 264 Mile Marker 9 Wildcat Dr.
Gallup, NM 87305
(505) 371-5368
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 483 students
Sports: 6
Calvinist
7 Tse Yaaniichii Ln
Rehoboth, NM 87322
(505) 863-4412
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 28 students
Church of Christ
12 Theta St
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Distance: 17.8 mi
Gr: K-11 | 8 students
Methodist
5 Miles Sw Of Coyote Canyon Chapter House
Brimhall, NM 87310
(505) 735-2246
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students
Christian
2 A Deerfield
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Christian
Highway 264 Mile Marker 9 Wildcat Dr.
Gallup, NM 87305
(505) 371-5368
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 483 students
Sports: 6
Calvinist
7 Tse Yaaniichii Ln
Rehoboth, NM 87322
(505) 863-4412
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 28 students
Church of Christ
12 Theta St
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Distance: 17.8 mi
Gr: K-11 | 8 students
Methodist
5 Miles Sw Of Coyote Canyon Chapter House
Brimhall, NM 87310
(505) 735-2246
Distance: 21.8 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 12 students
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Mustang Road
Saint Michaels, AZ 86511
(928) 871-2810
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Christian
Highway 264 Mile Marker 9 Wildcat Dr.
Gallup, NM 87305
(505) 371-5368
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 483 students
Sports: 6
Calvinist
7 Tse Yaaniichii Ln
Rehoboth, NM 87322
(505) 863-4412
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: 1-11 | 28 students
Church of Christ
12 Theta St
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-2007
Distance: 17.8 mi
Gr: K-11 | 8 students
Methodist
5 Miles Sw Of Coyote Canyon Chapter House
Brimhall, NM 87310
(505) 735-2246
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students
Christian
2 A Deerfield
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 483 students
Sports: 6
Calvinist
7 Tse Yaaniichii Ln
Rehoboth, NM 87322
(505) 863-4412
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students
Christian
2 A Deerfield
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 371-5726
Distance: 22.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 355 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
1 Lupton Rd (PO Box 650)
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(505) 979-5590
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Location
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Quick Facts
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
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1001 South Grandview
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 721-2700
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 721-2700
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 480 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
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515 Park Ave
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-4463
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-4463
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 781 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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2055 Nm 602
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 863-1900
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 863-1900
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 58 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
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4/
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207 S Main St
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 527-9085
Las Cruces, NM 88001
(575) 527-9085
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Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
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4/
Bottom 50%10
19 Mi. N Hwy 491 Hc 30
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 721-5100
Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 721-5100
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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