Living Word Christian Academy in Rio Rancho, NM serves 24 co–ed students in grades 1 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 2007, the school operates as an alternative private school with a Pentecostal orientation using the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 4 teachers supporting small class sizes.
The student body is 87.5% students of color, ranking Living Word Christian Academy among the top 20% of New Mexico private schools for diversity.
Located in the North Hills neighborhood, this Rio Rancho private school offers a religious education program affiliated with the Pentecostal faith.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Living Word Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Living Word Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Living Word Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Living Word Christian Academy located?
Living Word Christian Academy is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Living Word Christian Academy is Gospel Light Baptist Academy (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Leap International Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Leap International Montessori School
Montessori School
1598 Sara Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 35 students
Covenant School Of Rio Rancho
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1601 Barbara Loop Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-4600
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-4600
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 110 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1
Cottonwood Montessori School ![Cottonwood Montessori School Photo]( "Cottonwood Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
3896 Corrales Rd
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 153 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
Gospel Light Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1500 Southern Blvd SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
2.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
4100 New Vistas Ct Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-1500
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-1500
2.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 51 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gospel Light Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1500 Southern Blvd SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
2.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
65 Sandia View Ln
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 280-0717
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 280-0717
3.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Paradise Christian School
(Christian)
6013 Paradise Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-4508
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-4508
3.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 84 students
Albuquerque Country Day School
Special Program Emphasis
5801 Carmel Avenue Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 797-2200
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 797-2200
6 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 132 students
532 Osuna Road NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 338-3000
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 338-3000
6.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 509 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Leap International Montessori School
Montessori School
1598 Sara Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 35 students
Cottonwood Montessori School ![Cottonwood Montessori School Photo]( "Cottonwood Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
3896 Corrales Rd
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 153 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
Gospel Light Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1500 Southern Blvd SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 289-2130
2.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
4100 New Vistas Ct Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-1500
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 898-1500
2.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 51 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1100 Hood Road SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-3221
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-3221
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Leap International Montessori School
Montessori School
1598 Sara Rd
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-9433
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 35 students
Covenant School Of Rio Rancho
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1601 Barbara Loop Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-4600
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-4600
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 110 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 1
Cottonwood Montessori School ![Cottonwood Montessori School Photo]( "Cottonwood Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
3896 Corrales Rd
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
Corrales, NM 87048
(505) 897-8375
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 153 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
1100 Hood Road SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-3221
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-3221
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Paradise Hills KinderCare ![Paradise Hills KinderCare Photo - Parent Lounge]( "Paradise Hills KinderCare Photo - Parent Lounge")
Daycare / Preschool
9111 High Assets Way NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-4859
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 898-4859
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3804 Shiloh Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
Rio Rancho, NM 87144
(505) 338-2320
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 640 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4550 Sundt Rd Ne
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 891-0757
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1330 Jackie Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-7222
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 133 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 Yale Blvd Se
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 242-3118
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4601 Pepe Ortiz Rd Se
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 892-0220
1.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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