Tours & Placement Exams
Visit Campus
St. Pius X School, located on Albuquerque's westside, sits in a unique position overlooking the Rio Grande River, offering stunning views of the Sandia Mountains. This picturesque setting enhances the school's vibrant campus, creating an inspiring environment for learning and growth.
We are excited to welcome prospective families to our 56-acre campus to experience firsthand the vibrant, faith-filled environment that defines St. Pius X School. For families interested in visiting before submitting an application, we offer general campus tours by appointment.
Placement Exams & Campus Tour Dates
Placement exams and campus tours are offered on select Thursdays (some Fridays). Families may choose the option that best fits their student’s needs.
Schedule Options
| Visit Option | Time |
|---|---|
| Campus Tour and Full Placement Exam | 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. |
| Full Placement Exam Only (6-9 grades) | 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. |
| Writing Assessment Only (6-9 grades; see below) | 10:30–11:00 a.m. |
Campus Tour
Families participating in the campus tour should arrive by 9:00 a.m. Prospective students will visit classrooms and accompany current St. Pius X students, while parents meet with school leadership to learn more about our academic programs, student life and admissions process.
St. Pius X does not offer traditional shadow days. Our guided campus tour provides families with the most comprehensive way to experience the school.
Placement Exam
Following the tour, the placement exam begins at 10:30 a.m. Students may also register for testing without participating in the campus tour.
The full placement exam includes:
- Mathematics
- Reading
- Writing
Please allow approximately two hours to complete the full exam.
Who Needs to Complete an Exam?
- Students applying for grades 6–9 must complete placement testing.
- Students applying for grades 10–12 are not required to complete placement testing.
- Students who attend a school that administers the Renaissance STAR assessments only need to complete the 30-minute writing assessment. They do not need to retake the mathematics or reading portions.
