Serving 149 students in grades 4-8, Southwest Preparatory Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center's student population of 149 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Preparatory Learning Center is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
82%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Preparatory Learning Center's ranking?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center is ranked #183 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Southwest Preparatory Learning Center often compared to?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Classical Prep, Abq School Of Excellence, Corrales International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Southwest Preparatory Learning Center?
149 students attend Southwest Preparatory Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Southwest Preparatory Learning Center students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Preparatory Learning Center?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Preparatory Learning Center offer ?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Southwest Preparatory Learning Center part of?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center is part of Southwest Preparatory Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Preparatory Learning Center located?
Southwest Preparatory Learning Center is located in the Mesa Airriba neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Mesa Airriba.
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