2024 Best Schools for STEM in Bernalillo County

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.41 out of 5  178 reviews

Parent: 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 just that valuable to him! The learning environment "doesn't feel like school" (his words) because it is so engaging, interesting, and fun! The peer group is unmatched and I can tell that his graduating class will be friends for a lifetime. The teachers and other school employees foster a very relational way of interacting with the students; it felt like a big family! During his seven years at the school, Albuquerque Academy has given my son both roots and wings. He is now ready to fly into the world and make an impact on it, taking with him the knowledge and confidence he gained during his time at the school. I highly, highly recommend this school for anyone who is seeking a rigorous college-prep education in a family-like environment.... Read 178 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,188

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.47 out of 5  76 reviews

Parent: 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 them, allowing involvement in all activities they desire, to finding balance between the academics, athletics, arts, activities and atmosphere, Sandia Prep encourages growth through involvement. As a parent of an alumni, I can say that this school certainly shaped my child by offering her everything that she needed to be successful in all aspects of her life and has allowed her to blossom into an incredible young adult who is facing the world with grace, kindness, intelligence, thoughtfulness and integrity. Sandia Prep and its personnel, from the faculty to the supporting staff members, provided a wonderful education for my daughter to base her future involvement, reaping the benefits of experience and the understanding of what a community should be and how to accomplish that in the future.... Read 76 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 514

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.45 out of 5  47 reviews

Junior: AIMS is an interesting school is the easiest way to put it. The school itself is middle school and high school, yet holds about 600-800ish students. The faculty are close-knit, since it is so tiny, and the students practically stick with the same classmates they met in 6th grade. The academic course is excellent for those who wish to attend UNM afterward since the school is chartered by UNM, as you are required to take 30 college credit hours on top of your high school learning. The course load is best put manageable and is best for those who hold their academics higher than their extra-curricular activities. As it is free and requires you to help out with community service per semester, rigorous science fair and Rube Goldberg competitions, and college classes during high school, it is a niche for students who are willing to go through it, and also comply with dress code.... Read 47 reviews

• grade A

• Students 354

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.37 out of 5  105 reviews

Parent: 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 around the Rio Grande -- and the school gets students out in the woods doing science experiments, observing plants and animals, and appreciating their wild surroundings. 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 social and emotional development so that he was well-equipped to be successful and independent at a major university. I can't say enough good things about this school!... Read 105 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 411

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  487 reviews

Senior: I loved my four years at La Cueva because the school spirit and community was amazing. They take a lot of pride in their academic and athletic accomplishments. They have great dances, pep rally's, band performances, clubs, teachers, and students. The security guards are super sweet and always make sure students are having a great day.La Cueva also has a great tutoring program for students that need help with subjects they are struggling with.The janitors do a terrific job keeping our school clean and beautiful. I love that we are an indoor campus so we are protected from the harsh winters. Overall my four years were amazing, and La Cueva made my high school experience one to remember!... Read 487 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,800

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 8-12

• •
  Rating 4.32 out of 5  236 reviews

Alum: 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. Athletically, the coaches and teammates I was blessed to compete with all touched my heart, many of whom I still keep in touch with. 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 argue that this aspect is what makes St. Pius X so special. 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 communities in all of New Mexico, with a proud alumni base. I am proud to be a Sartan for life!... Read 236 reviews

• grade A

• Students 618

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.06 out of 5  65 reviews

Parent: Our son started at Menaul School this year, as an 8th grader. He has been in online school for the past 3 years so deciding on a brick and mortar school to go back to was a big decision for us. The inclusivity is apparent from the very beginning. The staff has been very welcoming and helpful. The class sizes are small, allowing for personalized attention. The teachers are helpful, responsive, and engaging. The options for electives, clubs, and athletics are impressive and allow students to find their niche. We are very pleased with Menaul School!... Read 65 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 196

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.71 out of 5  14 reviews

Parent: This is my child's 2nd year at ASE and we absolutely love it! The teachers and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, the diversity is unbelievable and overall just a very welcoming place to be. They communicate well and welcome the parents to be involved in everything, especially to follow your child's progress and their grades. It has also been a relief to know all the safety measures and precautions they have in place to protect the students during this pandemic. They truly take their health and well being seriously. I highly recommend this school!... Read 14 reviews

• grade A

• Students 855

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.62 out of 5  343 reviews

Senior: I would say it is a great high school to go to, as it is highly academically inclined and is able to teach many different people many different things. It has a really big campus, with several different buildings, some new and some old. A large library and gym, a new baseball field, and a softball field. A football field and a large gravel pit that's extremely fun to run in. There are no real problems, other than the people ditching class all the time. Security is pretty lax and you can literally leave class with no problem. That's the only real problem with this school, but overall, it's a really good school to go to, and I would love to send my children there as well, as my mom went here and I went here. Go Matadors!... Read 343 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,737

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.21 out of 5  43 reviews

Alum: The curriculum of CCPS is very helpful to get ahead in college and your academics after high school. The staff and faculty offer support for all of the students, especially in their junior and senior years. While I am grateful to the school for the academic opportunities I have been given, I think it still needs work in the support they give their students and the community of the school.... Read 43 reviews

• grade A

• Students 781

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  54 reviews

Works Here: The Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model that is applied at Nex+Gen Academy works well for all different types of students. It allows teachers to be creative and to include authentic real-world issues in class. Students learn to be comfortable with critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. This results in a student body that is responsible, respectful and kind to each other. Our students are enthusiastic learners who are well-prepared for the future!... Read 54 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 273

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  380 reviews

Senior: The teachers at Albuquerque High are dedicated to promoting the growth and teaching all of us students. They are generally understanding, kind, and pleasent to be taught by. The school has great activities and school spirit and there is generally no bullying or belittling. The only downside was the fact that most of the school bathrooms weren't open and the schools hygenic standards are not up to date. It's unfair to us students who have no choice but to be in bathrooms with no soap or that haven't been cleaned.... Read 380 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,902

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  106 reviews

Senior: East Mountain High School is a preparatory school that intends to get its students ready for college classes. I love how small my school is and the teacher-to-student ratio. This has helped me get the extra tutoring and grow strong relationships with teachers. Since my school is located in the Sandia Mountains, I feel very safe and happy to be out in nature. I do wish that our school did have a cafeteria, which would increase social interactions and keep from us sitting on the ground. I also wish that we had more diversity in our student ethnicity. Most of our school is White. I also feel like our campus could use a little renovation since we are in big trailers for school. But overall, I am very glad I am going to East Mountain High School with engaged learners and caring teachers and staff. Go Timberwolves!... Read 106 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 363

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.68 out of 5  333 reviews

Sophomore: 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 friends. The special education programs are wonderful and the school aims for inclusivity. 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 long weekends or breaks. At one point, there were six or seven fights over four days. Also, there aren't many resources available for gifted kids or kids that suffer from hidden disabilities, like ADHD or Autism. 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 school, an overload of violence, and few resources for gifted children or those who need just a little extra help.... Read 333 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,744

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.34 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: Early College Academy is an extremely amazing and challenging school. The teachers are actively involved and always want to help in any way they can. The school activities are student driven (meaning the students are mostly in charge of planning events and the teachers are only there to supervise). Overall, this school gets the students ready for college and gives them a chance to take dual credit classes for free since the school pays for all the books and admission fees the college classes have. I would recommend going to Early College Academy if you want to get a head start on your college career.... Read 53 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 201

• Student-teacher ratio 201:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.87 out of 5  506 reviews

Senior: I didn't truly have the opportunity to experience high school until my Junior and Senior year. I am one of the students that started my freshman year in high school at home and online due to COVID restrictions. I'm happy to say my experience at Volcano Vista has been great both in person and online. I am fortunate enough to be disciplined and I was able to maintain good grades online while staying focused. I feel like my high school is setting me up for my future. Thank you!... Read 506 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 2,251

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  758 reviews

Senior: 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 Eldorado is the supportive and attentive staff. I struggled during my freshman year and spent the majority of it online because of Covid-19. Despite the major barriers to creating student-teacher relationships brought on by the pandemic, the staff at Eldorado continued to go beyond the curriculum to connect. There were countless check-ins, small group meetings, class discussions, and collaborative work to make the school year as meaningful as possible. Overall, I am very happy with my high school experience and sad to see it coming to an end. If I could change something at Eldorado, I would like to see less vandalism. It creates a less inviting atmosphere for the rest of our students and displays a general attitude of disrespect from those destroying our campus. In conclusion, go Eagles!... Read 758 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,661

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Mission Achievement & Success, NM•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.81 out of 5  57 reviews

Parent: All of my children attended MAS Charter School. I have two daughters who have graduated from MAS and have both gone to college. My youngest child is still attending MAS and this school was instrumental in helping my children. My oldest daughter was not proficient in reading when she started 7th grade, yet graduated as an advanced reader thanks to MAS! They are VERY structured, so if you don't want structure, you won't want to send your child here, but if you value structure and accountable learning for your child, this is the place to go!... Read 57 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,162

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  291 reviews

Senior: 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 pickup, however, has been an ongoing issue as of recently. It is a diverse high school that offers many opportunities to its low-income students. It offers sports, clubs, and other after-school programs. The administration has had a few ups and downs but its staff is normally kind. The AP and Gifted programs are well-planned. The math curriculum could use a revamp, it's not focused on practice-based learning, making it hard for students to retain information. English curriculum is well-planned and benefits students the most. With a recent focus on college readiness, more college bases resources are available. There are a variety of well-rounded science, technology, and math courses offered. The school is working on improvement, it has a bright future.... Read 291 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,393

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.82 out of 5  22 reviews

Niche User: College & Career High School isn't your typical high school. During my time at College & Career High School I took both college and high school classes, this allowed me to truly get the feel of what college had in store for me. Taking both college and high school classes granted me with my high school diploma, two college certificates, and one associates! Being 18 years old and with all those accomplishments, I couldn't be thankful enough with College & Career High School.... Read 22 reviews

• grade A

• Students 253

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 3.48 out of 5  31 reviews

Junior: The teachers at Explore Academy who stick around for more than one year are fabulous. Steps have been made toward fulfilling the promise of being a "college prep" school, including starting PSAT testing in 9th grade and offering more advanced courses, but the school still falls short. Without AP classes or support for attending school outside of New Mexico, Explore Academy has some major steps to take. Additionally, due to the high school campus being 6-12 grade, high school students have to contend with the behavior of middle schoolers and sharing spaces such as the lunch room with younger students.... Read 31 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,026

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.71 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: Legacy Academy is an incredible school! I have 3 children that attend pre-k, elementary, and Middle school. We have had nothing but a great experience. The facilities are top-notch. The school is always growing and enhancing its extracurricular options. We love the Godly and Christian environment. We highly recommend Legacy to anyone looking to enrich their child's education.... Read 7 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 395

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 2.5 out of 5  10 reviews

Senior: I did enjoy my overall experience at ECA. I loved how small the classes are because you can learn more with the teaching. I would like to see more activities to get the students to actually enjoy school, and I would also like to see more reinforcement.... Read 10 reviews

• grade B

• Students 84

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  97 reviews

Junior: 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 gym, and lastly the main building with three floors that is very colorful and well-decorated. The teachers and staff members themselves are kind and helpful, most of the tense situations come from issues amongst students. Every school is bound to have a few dozen troublemakers, it’s how they’re dealt with after they’ve made mistakes that really matters. Thankfully, from the year in person that I had at the school, no fights were truly allowed to take place as students were quickly separated and, in truth, it’s just a calm, creative environment.... Read 97 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,071

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: The teachers are amazing! All the elementary teachers are bilingual, and the school has an amazing full immersion dual language program. STEAM with wonderful art and music tie ins. The enrichment teacher is absolutely wonderful, and has worked with our student in such innovative and seamless ways! The IB program gives the ciriculum a very solid core. Lots of parent involvement! Very diverse extra curricular (Chess, drama, archery) It’s a remarkable school!... Read 7 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 233

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1