St. Mary's School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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St. Mary's School

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The Sisters of Charity from Cincinnati and the Jesuit Fathers of Immaculate Conception Parish opened Saint Mary's Catholic School in September 1863.

Saint Mary's School is a Faith Community, that works to build and nurture the students' total development.

The philosophy underlying the educational process at Saint Mary's School is based on the recognition that God is our origin and destiny.

Therefore, our educational mission is that of the church, "embracing three interlocking dimension: the message revealed by God which the church proclaims; fellowship in the life of the Holy Spirit; service to the Christian community and the entire human community." The total development of a person calls for transformation of oneself and society with God's help.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NM School
School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 363 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:

School Overview

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

363 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

The Sisters of Charity from Cincinnati and the Jesuit Fathers of Immaculate Conception Parish opened Saint Mary's Catholic School in September 1863. Saint Mary's School is a Faith Community, that works to build and nurture the students' total development. The philosophy underlying the educational process at Saint Mary's School is based on the recognition that God is our origin and destiny. Therefore, our educational mission is that of the church, "embracing three interlocking dimension: the message revealed by God which the church proclaims; fellowship in the life of the Holy Spirit; service to the Christian community and the entire human community." The total development of a person calls for transformation of oneself and society with God's help.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is St. Mary's School's ranking?

St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary's School?

The application deadline for St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Mary's School located?

St. Mary's School is located in the Albuquerque Original Townsite neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NM School
School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 363 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Albuquerque, NM is $10,245 for elementary schools and $12,313 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Albuquerque, NM is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).