The Central New Mexico Correctional Facility is in Los Lunas, and it was built in 1980. CNMCF has an inmate capacity of more than 400, and it is a level 2 facility.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Nm Corrections ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Nm Corrections?
2 students attend Central Nm Corrections.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Central Nm Corrections students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Central Nm Corrections offer ?
Central Nm Corrections offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Nm Corrections part of?
Central Nm Corrections is part of Nm Corrections School District.
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