CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE

CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE is a Title I public high school that is part of the CENTRAL school district, located in SHIPROCK, NM with about 137 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 11 teachers, CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE, located in Shiprock, New Mexico, is a specialized educational institution operating under the Central Consolidated School District. Designed as an alternative learning environment, the school focuses on providing non-traditional educational pathways for students who may struggle in a conventional classroom setting. Its primary mission is to offer flexible, supportive programming that helps students overcome academic or personal barriers to ensure they stay on track toward high school graduation and post-secondary success.

The curriculum at CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE emphasizes both academic credit recovery and vocational readiness, aiming to equip students with the practical skills necessary for the workforce or further technical training. By utilizing a smaller, more personalized educational model, the school fosters a close-knit environment where students receive individualized attention from staff. This approach is specifically tailored to meet the needs of the local Shiprock community, providing a vital bridge for students who need a different approach to achieve their educational goals.

For more information, contact CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE at (505) 368-4980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.