ARROWHEAD PARK MEDICAL ACADEMY

ARROWHEAD PARK MEDICAL ACADEMY is a public high school that is part of the LAS CRUCES school district, located in LAS CRUCES, NM with about 226 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, ARROWHEAD PARK MEDICAL ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 37:1. 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.

ARROWHEAD PARK MEDICAL ACADEMY (APMA), located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a specialized high school within the Las Cruces Public Schools district designed to prepare students for careers in the healthcare and biomedical fields. The school operates with a rigorous, college-preparatory focus, blending traditional high school academics with intensive professional coursework. By partnering with local healthcare providers and higher education institutions, APMA provides students with a unique environment that emphasizes experiential learning, clinical exposure, and the development of technical skills required for the modern medical industry.

The curriculum at APMA is distinct due to its integration of "Project Lead The Way" (PLTW) Biomedical Science pathways, which allow students to gain hands-on experience in areas such as human body systems, medical interventions, and biomedical innovations. Because the academy is located on the campus of Arrowhead Park Early College High School, students are often encouraged to take advantage of dual-credit opportunities, allowing them to earn college credits simultaneously with their high school diploma. This focused, career-oriented structure is intended to give graduates a significant head start as they transition into medical school, nursing programs, or various allied health professions.

For more information, contact ARROWHEAD PARK MEDICAL ACADEMY at (575) 527-9540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.