2024 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in New Mexico

• Las Cruces Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.49 out of 5  108 reviews

Sophomore: College readiness is the upmost priory of this school. Going to this high school compared to other high schools in the area, will put a far ahead of your peers. Does it have a athletics and performing arts scene? No, it does not but you are always become to join any clubs that do athletics and participate in performing arts. If there is something you are interested in but it currently does not exist on campus, you can start your own club! Overall, there is always something to do on campus! Highly recommend this school to anyone who is interested.... Read 108 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 327

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  55 reviews

Parent: Nex+Gen is the perfect place for any kid comfortable with difference who wants to learn! The teachers are great, the school is well-run, and the clique culture common in larger schools is largely absent, or at least quite muted. You can be different, eclectic, or odd and still be accepted and included. (This includes everything from political outlook to gender identity.) Nex+Gen is an APS magnet school, not a charter, so students and their parents proactively choose to attend it, seeking out a good learning environment. Having to still work within the APS bureaucracy is perhaps the school's biggest challenge, because it can not fix some issues alone, having to rely (at least in part) on district services and policies (from HVAC to IT to discipline policies). The project-based learning model is a breath of fresh air and effective at teaching students both discipline-specific content and soft skills like teamwork and presentation, leaving them well-prepared for careers and college.... Read 55 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 273

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  109 reviews

Junior: East Mountain High is a very homely school considering it's size. Most kids know everybody so it's easy to make new friends because chances are that you already know someone mutually. There are teachers that aren't the best, it's easy to teach but you have to know how to change your teaching style based on your students.... Read 109 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 363

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  495 reviews

Senior: I, as a student, like the push La Cueva had in helping their seniors with their college journey. They helped to remind of deadlines and really pushed us to do the best we could when it came to college. I also found that most of the staff at La Cueva are very attentive and understand when it comes to the students. The one issue I had was there are some teachers, very few, but some that don't mingle well with the students. What I mean by that is they'll yell or assign unreasonable work items. It could be a miscommunication between the teacher and student but I hear many complaints about it. Other than that the environment that La Cueva has is very safe and learning oriented. It creates a lot of fun games and opportunity for all its students.... Read 495 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,800

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Farmington Municipal Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.79 out of 5  24 reviews

Junior: The best part of going to San Juan College High School is that they prepare us for college and we have a strong and supportive staff that helps us guide our way through our high school experience. One thing I would change is the availability of sports for kids here. Sports help enrich the student experience and keeps students well rounded. Otherwise, the experience at San Juan College High School has been incredible.... Read 24 reviews

• grade A

• Students 278

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• 10-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  251 reviews

Senior: Los Alamos High School was a fantastic high school experience. As a more advanced student, the classes offered to me were challenging as well as exciting. Many of the teachers here are extremely qualified, friendly, and ready to help any student learn as much as they can. Additionally, many teachers here, especially for upperclassmen, do prepare you for college or post-secondary education. The worst part of my experience was the culture surrounding the school as well as in the student body. One thing I would like to see change is the focus of the administration.... Read 251 reviews

• grade A

• Students 886

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Middle school student: I would like to see more school activities, there aren’t alit of times when Mountain participated in town activities.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 438

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  18 reviews

Senior: One of the standout features of Mandela International Magnet School is its commitment to diversity and inclusion. It's more than just a school; it's a vibrant, multicultural community where students from all walks of life come together to learn, grow, and forge lasting friendships. This cultural melting pot has enriched my understanding of the world and broadened my horizons in ways I could have never imagined. The curriculum at Mandela is rigorous and intellectually stimulating. It challenges us to think critically, solve real-world problems, and become global citizens. The emphasis on experiential learning, community service, and international perspectives sets Mandela apart from other schools. Whether we're participating in Model United Nations, embarking on international exchange programs, or engaging in community service projects, there are endless opportunities for personal growth and development.... Read 18 reviews

• grade A

• Students 277

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  51 reviews

Sophomore: My experience at Cottonwood has been that the academics have allowed me to excel and hold myself to a higher educational standard than what is expected of me based on the state that I live in. Additionally, I have already begun a large amount of college prep endeavors, including private college counseling and information sessions about credit and financing. IB as a curriculum has also been very beneficial. However, the social climate and sports availability have been lacking, and I was forced to do my sport outside of school because Cottonwood doesn't offer it.... Read 51 reviews

• grade A

• Students 803

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  250 reviews

Freshman: My experience at St. Pius X School has been incredible. It is definitely a big improvement from my old school. The activities, sports, and fine arts are open to everyone. For example, this year I was able to make it to the district on the track team as a freshman. I was able to letter in the Choir and I was also able to letter in the Campus Ministry. Seeing as I am not a Catholic it was great that I was still able to participate and I was able to sing at school masses, read at school masses, and be apart of that experience. In theology we were able to learn about something that interested us because we had asked about it.... Read 250 reviews

• grade A

• Students 618

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Santa Fe Public Schools, NM•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  44 reviews

Senior: Great college preparatory school. Awesome teachers. Working on strengthening the math department. Teachers care. Sports are limited but students can play for their home school. Overall great education!... Read 44 reviews

• grade A

• Students 397

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• 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 417

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Taos, NM•

• Public School•

• K-8

• grade A

• Students 193

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• 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 602

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Carlsbad Municipal Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.46 out of 5  41 reviews

Alum: This was a great way to get College Experience without the pressure of failing. If you work hard enough you ar enable to graduate with your Associate in your major of choice. It is cheaper than going to college and is a good headstart toward whatever career you desire. Now it was difficult for those who wished to do sport because that was only through the regular high school and often we would have class during practices. It is hard to do activities outside of school because of the workload it takes to do this program.... Read 41 reviews

• grade A

• Students 202

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.79 out of 5  24 reviews

Senior: CCHS is set up to support students with obtaining dual credits towards a two year degree. The school is located on the CNM campus and allows for a large selection of dual credit courses. You have support through the Highschool as well as from The community college. It is organized and sets students up for success.... Read 24 reviews

• grade A

• Students 253

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• K-6

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  10 reviews

Parent: Amazing teachers Amazing students and just great staff,all the students are kind,respectful,honest,and a large majority of them are extremely good kids the older kids are great role-models for the little ones and this school is just amazing and I love it!... Read 10 reviews

• grade A

• Students 293

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  347 reviews

Junior: I have been at Sandia High School for almost a year now after transferring from another high school. My transition from a private high school into a public high school was fairly easy due to the significant support I received from my peers and those in administration. Although there are aspects such as the overall safety of the school in regard to violence, this is the only concerning factor. Considering the violence across the United States at this time, it isn't uncommon for schools to be affected as Sandia is.... Read 347 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,737

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.58 out of 5  33 reviews

Senior: I have loved the MASTERS Program. There have been quite a few administration changes which is really confusing as a student. Many teachers I have sincerely enjoyed have left. The high school academics are pretty average- however, the access to the community college classes have helped me greatly in my college readiness.... Read 33 reviews

• grade A

• Students 257

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Rio Rancho Public Schools, NM•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: Happy to deal with this school, and happy my child goes here. They could teach some other schools (sve) how to improve!... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Students 911

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Fort Sumner Municipal Schools, NM•

• 6-8

• grade A

• Students 66

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Rio Rancho Public Schools, NM•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: I think that MLK has been a fabulous school for our three kids. We feel very lucky with the teachers they've had. The enrollment has dropped quite a bit I noticed because of the new school opening up and a lot of kids moving to Maggie. It's now around 680. Although the PAWS (after school activities program) hasn't started back up this fall due to the pandemic, it's such a wonderful asset to the school and really well run. The parents and administration have worked hard to make sure that this school has great extracurricular offerings. They also have a STEM lab. It's really a great school and we've been very happy with it!... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 646

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Los Alamos Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-6

• grade A

• Students 335

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  767 reviews

Senior: Eldorado has been a great environment the last four years. I’ve been mostly involved with the softball program. We’ve had a lot of changes recently but I think they’re a good thing. Our head coach has worked really hard to keep this program running and has done a great job. All of my teachers are great. They’re involved, ready to teach, and help guide us through high school. I think Eldorado has a fantastic spirit culture. Games are rowdy, events like, carnivals, haunted houses, dances, are well thought out and made based upon what they think the school will like the most. I’ve enjoyed my years at Eldo.... Read 767 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,661

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Santa Fe, NM•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: This school has good environment and good teachers. Staff are nice and helpful. Out of town location which is nice that you don't need to drive in traffic.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• Students 725

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1