We Are Albuquerque Academy
We are a private, coeducational, college preparatory day school serving middle school and high school students in grades 6 through 12, located in Albuquerque, NM.
Experience Albuquerque Academy
Max ’22
“I’m learning a lot about how to become a leader.”
Reeya ’22
“My school life has always been really important to me, but I’ve also realized that a lot of the experiences that I want to have in high school aren’t just school-based. They’re also related to extracurricular activities that I do, and also the friends that I’ve made.”
Audrey ’23
“I love my classes…. Everyday I’m like, ‘I GET to go to that class.'”
The Academy Experience
For more than 60 years, we have offered an education that broadens perspectives, sharpens minds, strengthens bodies, and engages hearts.
A Tradition of Excellence
Academy has a long, proud tradition of scholarly, artistic, and athletic excellence and is considered one of the nation’s top independent schools.
Inside The Classroom
Some of the best faculty in the country inspire, mentor, and guide Academy students on their academic journey.
Beyond The Classroom
For Chargers, learning occurs in many different settings beyond the walls of a traditional classroom.
After The Academy
Albuquerque Academy has more than 7,000 alumni living across the country and in nearly 50 countries.
Upcoming Events
February 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29
Spring Musical
March 5
Community Academy: Ricky Revesz and Vicki Been
March 14
Prom
Academy Prepares
How are we preparing your student for college and life?
Tomorrow’s Leaders
Through Academics, athletics, community service, outdoor education and extracurricular activities, Chargers have ample opportunities to become leaders.
Making a Difference
Academy students in every grade participate in Community Service. In 2017, Chargers in grades 8-12 logged more than 11,000 hours of community service.
Strong Bonds that Last
During their time at Academy, students build extraordinary relationships with classmates and faculty members – relationships that last a lifetime.
Nationally Ranked
In 2017, 25 Academy juniors were named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists, putting us among the top 10 independent schools in the nation for the tenth consecutive year.
