St. Joseph Mission School in San Fidel, NM serves 48 co鈥揺d udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1923, the school has a Catholic religious affiliation and participates in the National Catholic Educational Association and a regional independent school association.
The udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 with three total teachers, supporting personalized instruction across elementary and middle school levels.
Annual tuition is $5,500, providing an affordable private school option in a rural New Mexico community.
Joseph Mission ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for udent diversity and holds one of the state's oldest founding dates.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NM School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- High school valedictorians and salutatorians
- Doctors, Dentists, Pharmacists, Teachers, Engineers and Business Owners
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Mission School cost?
St. Joseph Mission School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Joseph Mission School?
St. Joseph Mission School famous alumni include: High school valedictorians and salutatorians and Doctors, Dentists, Pharmacists, Teachers, Engineers and Business Owners.
What is St. Joseph Mission School's ranking?
St. Joseph Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Mission School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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