The following is a list of private elementary schools. It is important to visit the facilities, and to talk to teachers and other parents who have children enrolled. Descriptions are given by school representatives.
Capital Christian School
Don Gaspar Avenue and Cordova Road;
982-2080, ext. 3.
Ages: 3 years-7th grade.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., extended care to
5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Fully accredited by ICAA and the state of New Mexico.
Cristo Rey Catholic School
316 Camino Delora; 983-8411.
Grades: K-8.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., extended care to
5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Fully accredited. Caring approach to physical, spiritual and intellectual development.
Desert Montessori School
1130 Calle Largo; 983-8212.
Ages: 2-12 years.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., extended care 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Highly individualized at all ages with emphasis on academics, arts and conflict resolution.
La Mariposa Menagerie School
18 Puesta del Sol Road; 995-9659.
Ages: 3-12 years.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., extended care to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Provides children with an academic and artistic program in a nurturing, respectful, multicultural environment.
La Petite Academy
550-D St. Michael's Drive; 820-6688.
Ages: 6 weeks-12 years
Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday
1361 Rufina Circle; 473-9525.
Ages: 6 weeks-12 years.
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Comprehensive services for full- or part-time students; accredited kindergarten.
Montessori Discovery School Inc.
2047 S. Galisteo Road; 982-1254.
Ages: 2-8 years.
Hours: Call for information
Celebrating the spirit through intercultural diversity; specializing in performing arts.
Reach The Children School
935 Alto St.; 989-8424.
Grades: Preschool-6th grade.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Academic curriculum in a nurturing environment. Multi-age classrooms.
Rio Grande School
715 Camino Cabra; 983-1621.
Grades: K-6.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday.
Extended care to 5:30 p.m.
A progressive and vibrant program that fosters a lifelong passion for learning.
St. Francis Cathedral School
275 E. Alameda St.; 982-0331.
Grades: pre-K through 6.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday.
Accredited by National Association for Catholic Education. Catholic elementary and middle schools supporting family values and a safe environment.
Tara School
645 Webber St.; 986-3410.
Grades: K-6.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday. Extended care to 5:30 p.m.
Structured academic focus in a nurturing environment. v
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