Northwestern Nm Corrections

The Northwest New Mexico Correctional Facility, formerly the New Mexico Women's Correctional Facility, is a privately owned prison for men, located in Grants, Cibola County, New Mexico. The prison is owned by CoreCivic and operated by the New Mexico Corrections Department.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Strengthen New Mexico communities through effective community supervision.

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This School
State Level (NM)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
50%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
62%
Black
12%
2%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
n/a
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 Northwestern Nm Corrections?
8 students attend Northwestern Nm Corrections.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northwestern Nm Corrections students are American Indian, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What grades does Northwestern Nm Corrections offer ?
Northwestern Nm Corrections offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Nm Corrections part of?
Northwestern Nm Corrections is part of Nm Corrections School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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