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Best New Mexico Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 125 private daycares & preschools serving 15,817 students in New Mexico.

The private daycares & preschools in New Mexico include Las Cruces Academy, Manzano Day School, and Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School.

The average tuition cost is $7,091, which is lower than the New Mexico average tuition cost of $8,695.

61% of private daycares & preschools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# ��ԭ��s: 125
# Students Served: 15,817

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# ��ԭ��s: 125
# Students Served: 15,817

New Mexico Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

125

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15,817

Students

$7,091

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

52%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in New Mexico?

The private daycares & preschools in New Mexico include Las Cruces Academy, Manzano Day School, and Our Lady Of Fatima Elementary School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in New Mexico?

125 private daycares & preschools are located in New Mexico.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in New Mexico?

The average tuition cost is $7,091, which is lower than the New Mexico private school average tuition cost of $8,695.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in New Mexico?

New Mexico private daycares & preschools are approximately 52% minority students, which is higher than the New Mexico private school average of 51%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in New Mexico?

61% of private daycares & preschools in New Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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