For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 871 students located throughout New Mexico.
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Historical Statistics Overview
This State (NM)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
270 Schools
# Students
871 Students
106,591 Students
Academics and Faculty
This State (NM)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
n/a
69%
Academic Programs
This State (NM)
US
Avg. AP Courses
n/a
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
n/a
13
Academic Performance
This State (NM)
US
Avg. SAT Score
n/a
1270
Avg. ACT Score
n/a
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
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59%
Tuition and Finances
This State (NM)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
n/a
$64,477
Avg. Tuition (Day)
n/a
$38,040
Avg. Tuition (International)
n/a
$62,455
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
n/a
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
n/a
$83 MM
Student Diversity
This State (NM)
US
% Students of Color
n/a
30%
% International Students
n/a
27%
% Boarding Students
n/a
59%
Top New Mexico Boarding Schools (2026-27)
School
Location
Quick Facts
101 West College Blvd
Roswell, NM 88201
(800) 421-5376
Roswell, NM 88201
(800) 421-5376
Gr: 9-12, PG | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 85% Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in New Mexico?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in New Mexico.
What is the oldest boarding school in New Mexico?
New Mexico Military Institute, founded in 1891, is the oldest boarding school in New Mexico.
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