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2024 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County

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  1. #1 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Sandia Preparatory School

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    Private School,

    ALBUQUERQUE, NM,

    6-12,

    76 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Sandia Prep offers an experience where all involved are an extended family. There is a welcoming factor found in this community like no other. From allowing students to make choices that benefit....

    Read 76 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 14,

  2. #2 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    St. Pius X High School

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    Private School,

    ALBUQUERQUE, NM,

    8-12,

    236 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says St. Pius X prepared me well, not only for a Ivy League degree, but for life. On top of the academic preparation, a wide breadth of cocurricular classes allowed for exploration into different passions- some of which I still hold, such as film photography and weight lifting....Aside from the great teachers, courses offered, and stellar athletic teams, the diversity of the students and emphasis on living out the Catholic faith taught me to always love your neighbor. I would...I would always recommend St. Pius for students and parents looking to have a well rounded, wholistic high school experience. When one attends St. Pius, they enter into one of the greatest school....

    Read 236 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Total Number of Sports: 24,

  3. #5 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Albuquerque Academy

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    Private School,

    ALBUQUERQUE, NM,

    6-12,

    178 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says As the mother of a recent graduate, I can say that there is no way to put a price tag on everything this school has provided for my son. I would pay for this education again if I had to; it has been....

    Read 178 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 20,

  4. #7 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Bosque School

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    Private School,

    ALBUQUERQUE, NM,

    6-12,

    105 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Bosque School was the perfect place for my son who graduated a couple of years ago. His teachers were experienced, inspiring, and loved their students. The location is gorgeous -- in the bosque...My son was extremely well-prepared for college after graduating from Bosque School. In addition to his academic preparation and his athletic achievements, his experience at Bosque contributed to his....

    Read 105 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Total Number of Sports: 11,

  5. #8 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Atrisco Heritage Academy High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    9-12,

    390 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says My experience at Atrisco Heritage Academy High School has been a wonderful experience. From my freshman year to my upcoming senior year. The best experiences I've had at Atrisco is the sports....

    Read 390 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  6. #9 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Eldorado High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    PK, K-12,

    758 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Eldorado High School has given me a safe place to learn more about myself, create meaningful relationships with like-minded peers, and expand my understanding of the world around me. The best part of....

    Read 758 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  7. #14 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Cibola High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    9-12,

    333 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says At Cibola, the honors classes are excellent and the teachers are awesome. The campus is clean and the school is in relatively good condition. The clubs and activities are great places to make...That being said, the school does have some issues. Mainly, there is an issue with vaping on campus, especially in the women's bathrooms. There is also an obscene amount of fights, especially near...In summary, the academics at this school are wonderful with kind teachers who aim to help. The campus is clean and the community is healthy and thriving. However, there is a drug problem at the....

    Read 333 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  8. #16 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Del Norte High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    9-12,

    97 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says The school buildings themselves are wonderful. There is a building for some of the art/photography classes, a building split for AFJROTC which includes a weight room that is also connected to the....

    Read 97 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  9. #17 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    Manzano High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    PK, K-12,

    291 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says The physical appearance of the school is well-kept and mostly modern. The campus is surrounded by tall fences and locking doors, student safety is taken seriously. Student parking/ drop-off and....

    Read 291 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

  10. #18 Best High Schools for Athletes in Bernalillo County.

    West Mesa High School

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    Albuquerque Public Schools, NM,

    9-12,

    193 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says My experience at West Mesa High School was an amazing and memorable experience. The best part my West Mesa High School were the teachers, they are down to earth, and give a real definition of what...However, one of the worst parts of my West Mesa High School experience, was the sudden transition to a more strict discipline system.One thing I would like to see change, is to elevate more student participation with such activities, such as having more school spirit throughout campus or attending activities such as sports....

    Read 193 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Total Number of Sports: 17,

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