2023 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Santa Fe Area

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

• grade A+

• Students 434

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• 10-12

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  240 reviews

Senior: In my experience attending Los Alamos High school, I have come across all types of experiences, ranging from really positive to really negative. Some of my most fond memories from the school still come to my mind every day, whilst some are memories I'd rather forget all together. I can attribute my best experiences to the teachers, students, and staff. This high school has been a very substantial part of my education. The academic side of the high school is through the roof. Although, the most negative experiences have been from unqualified teachers, how poorly some staff members handle situations, and the amount of times I've needed help personally, but felt I had nobody to talk to. Overall, I would rate my experience with Los Alamos High School as above average, and decent most days.... Read 240 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 891

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  10 reviews

Parent: Diversity of students at school is above other LAPS schools with a wonderful group of students from out of district enriching the school. New principal, Mrs. Lynne, is excellent so far having started in Summer 2016. Office staff is extremely helpful and welcoming. Current counselor is excellent and has been very helpful to our family. I have observed him interacting with staff and other students as well and he is an asset to the school community. I wouldn't have my students anywhere else.... Read 10 reviews

• grade A

• Students 243

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: I think that Barranca Mesa Elementary School is a very good school! The teachers are amazing, in my opinion, and the school facilities are really beneficial to the environment and student needs. I especially think that the amount of time the students get outside are perfect so that the students can refresh without getting off track.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 413

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• 7-8

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  Rating 3 out of 5  5 reviews

Middle School Student: Good enough. The teachers are great and most of the material is taught well. The way they organize the students is good and creative. I wish some of the teachers were a bit more flexible in how they get the information across, and there were a larger amount of different core classes you could take. It prepares its students well for High School though but isn't the most efficient in keeping the students kind and motivated. The school spirit is okay, but it is a bit overboard in trying to keep the students in check, which gets them a bit more out of line. It offers great computers and other supplies to the students, allowing them to expand their learning capabilities, and still keeps a good balance between work done online vs. on paper. It doesn't assign an overwhelming amount of homework, but there is quite a bit, so I would consider that before sending your child here. I like the school and I think it is pretty decent, but there are definitely some things that could be better.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• Students 594

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

• grade A

• Students 296

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

• grade A

• Students 392

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Works Here: It is the best "Southside" school in Santa Fe. The teachers are experienced. The students are well prepared for ant school they transfer to, including SF Prep and ATC. The music program and music teacher s are the best fpr elementary students in Santa Fe, if not in the state. The community values the arts, and the after school program offerings are amazing and FREE: Jazz band French, cooking, sign language, chess, jazz history, future cities, and many more.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• Students 695

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  13 reviews

Freshman: Absolutely great school!! I have been coming to this school for the past year and a half, starting in 8th and now midway through 9th. As for academics it is the top in New Mexico. Since the school is using the International Baccalaureate system, students are challenged yet prepared greatly for university. We have seniors going straight into sophomore year in college. With the rigorous system, anyone who gets the IB Diploma has the advantage of getting into better college programs. Our school is only lacking in athletics. But since the school is growing, more teams will be formed in the next couple years. For now we only have middle school teams in volleyball (girls) and basketball (both). All students are allowed to play for other public school teams in our district. I highly recommend our school to anyone who is looking for a tougher (academically speaking), safer, and more welcoming community.... Read 13 reviews

• grade A

• Students 282

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  40 reviews

Senior: The Academy for Technology and the Classics is an incredible school. It is fairly demanding in terms of homework as most high schoolers are highly recommended to take around 7 AP classes throughout their high school years. ATC unfortunately does not offer many sports (only cross country, track, basketball, soccer, and esports), electives, or extra-curriculars, but makes up for it with a great environment. It has a very unique campus as most hallways are outdoors. The smaller class sizes make it much easier to have more connections and grow closer with the whole class. The school is very welcoming and all the students are incredible peers.... Read 40 reviews

• grade A

• Students 379

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.61 out of 5  31 reviews

Senior: The best part of my experience was the teachers and the classes. At this school I am treated like a college student because I am on a college campus and there is mutual respect amongst the students and teachers. I like how involved we are in our community by doing friday projects where we give out to our community and volunteer with schools and organizations. My least favorite thing is the school spirit. We have school spirit but there could be more. More of making our highschool experience enjoyable. More activities and more being connected as one.... Read 31 reviews

• grade A

• Students 270

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  60 reviews

Parent: NM School for the Arts is great for artists of all kinds - musicians, writers, actors and singers. I have thoroughly enjoyed my theater training, my teachers and my classmates. This is a great school for non-traditional learners too!... Read 60 reviews

• grade A

• Students 292

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

• grade A minus

• Students 300

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: It was very nurturing, cultural enriching, and supportive. Each teacher taught their own way, encouraging each student to grow their own way... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 311

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: This is a great little neighborhood school. I went here since I was five years old. The academics are wonderful. It does not prepare you for college but it does help for middle school. The sports are okay but its a elementary school so there isn't really a rational expectation for it. I didn't have one bad teachers out of the seven years of going to this school. I can't say anything bad about it because there is nothing bad about it I just hope that the kids who now go here do not have to experience the stress of the SFPS threatening every five or so years being either shut down or joined with another school but it happens although this school is wonderful.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 153

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

• grade B+

• Students 283

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Eldorado Community School is a great place for my children. The classes are not to big and they all get plenty of one on one time with all of there teachers. The students are great also. Everyone that is involved with the school really seems to be very friendly and is willing to help out with anything at any given time.... Read 1 review

• grade B+

• Students 448

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

• grade B+

• Students 515

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  237 reviews

Senior: I loved the AP program at Santa Fe High. Additionally there was a variety of extremely caring and engaging teachers. However creating such an education is extremely dependent on students themselves, and you must work to take initiative of your education. Advocating for yourself is extremely important but when you do so teachers and administration will work to meet your needs.... Read 237 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,692

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.35 out of 5  43 reviews

Senior: Monte Del Sol was an amazing school and I definitely recommend it. From the community, to the culinary program, to our sports, to our amazing lunch crew, it’s all an amazing experience and I enjoyed it all. Now being a senior and I can reflect on all my years at Monte I just wish one thing. I wish I had more time and enjoyed the moments I wanted time to go faster. From being a multi sport athlete, to a community leader, to a culinary student I loved everything about Monte. Monte welcomes incoming students of all ages and groups with warm open arms and is also one of the most diverse schools in New Mexico. Monte has become a safe place for me and has definitely been the place where most of my cherished moments have happened. I love my school for what it is and what it always will be. A community for everyone and anyone, where we don’t judge, we don’t bully, and most importantly we don’t hate. We spread love!... Read 43 reviews

• grade B

• Students 360

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

• grade B minus

• Students 400

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• K-8

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  Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 389

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Pojoaque Valley Public Schools, NM•

• 7-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 346

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

• grade C+

• Students 230

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Pojoaque Valley Public Schools, NM•

• 6

• grade C+

• Students 140

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1