The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 50%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (10-11)
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(10-11)9%
13%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(10-11)53%
58%
Black
(10-11)5%
2%
White
(10-11)28%
25%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)5%
1%
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
70%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
93%
62%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Alternative?
The graduation rate of Sierra Alternative is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 70%.
How many students attend Sierra Alternative?
43 students attend Sierra Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sierra Alternative students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Sierra Alternative offer ?
Sierra Alternative offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sierra Alternative part of?
Sierra Alternative is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Alternative located?
Sierra Alternative is located in the Conchas Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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