Welcome To New Mexico School for the Arts
The New Mexico School for the Arts is a public, statewide high school that serves young artists with a rigorous, award-winning arts training and academic program.
NMSA helps students cultivate their own artistic voice, fostering broad intellectual development, so that in addition to developing strong technique, students will begin to refine their personal artistic vision and purpose, and the means to communicate that vision through their art.
Important Announcement
NMSA is in ongoing communication with the New Mexico Department of Health and the Public Education Department, and we are following and will continue to follow all guidelines regarding COVID-19.
The Art of NMSA
Upcoming Events
Recent Blog Posts
Guest Artist Program
New Perspectives to Fuel Creativity, Experimentation, and Imagination
NMSA’s Guest Artist Program is a critical piece of the curricula and central to the mission of the school. It augments students’ technical skills, provides mentorship, and brings the profession to life, allowing students to see how their skills can ultimately be applied in a real world setting.
Points of Pride
New Mexico School for the Arts fosters a culture of respect to self, others, and the community at-large. We have created an education that supports the whole student: as an artist, a scholar, and a citizen. Our reach is statewide; students from across New Mexico are positively impacted by our programs.
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Retention Rate
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College Acceptance
US Dept of Education National Blue Ribbon School
In 2016, NMSA was designated by the United States Department of Education as a National Blue Ribbon School
One of Edutopia's
“Schools that Work”
NMSA has been recognized by Edutopia (George Lucas Educational Foundation) as one of their “Schools that Work.”
NMSA is a Digital Promise “Case Study” School
Digital Promise is a national center created by the United States Congress to advance technologies that transform teaching and learning.
Higher than Average
ACT Scores
NMSA’s average composite ACT score is 22.7, which is 18% higher than the state average and 9% higher than the national average.
“My time here has been invaluable. As I prepare to attend Juilliard, I know the rigor and support I’ve received at NMSA have given me the discipline I need to continue to grow.”
Hugo Pizano ’17
NMSA Alumnus
“The college preparation steps that NMSA takes even as early as 9th grade surprised us – it’s clear they take the advancement of these students very seriously and have established the infrastructure to back it up.”
Merridith Ingram
NMSA Parent
Where Passion Leads to Extraordinary Results
We believe a student’s passion for the arts can propel them to success in every aspect of life. We are committed to fostering that success by providing a strong foundation for artistic and academic growth in an inclusive and challenging environment that encourages exploration, expands imagination and cultivates creativity.
If you believe in the power of the arts, and want to support young artists, please consider giving to our arts program so we can continue to help students thrive!