WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 53 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The William W. & Josephine D. Dorn Charter Community School, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is an alternative educational institution dedicated to serving students who may not thrive in traditional high school environments. The school focuses on providing a supportive, personalized learning experience designed to help students overcome academic or personal challenges, improve their attendance, and progress toward graduation. By fostering a small, community-oriented atmosphere, the school aims to re-engage students in their education and prepare them for post-secondary success.

The curriculum is structured to be flexible and student-centered, emphasizing individual accountability and mastery-based learning. In addition to core academic requirements, Dorn Charter places a strong emphasis on social-emotional support, recognizing that student success is often linked to overall well-being. By maintaining smaller class sizes and building strong relationships between staff and students, the school creates a structured yet nurturing environment that helps at-risk youth earn their diplomas and gain the life skills necessary for adulthood.

For more information, contact WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (505) 243-1434 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.