School Overview
The ALB Talent Development Charter School (ATDCS), located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is an alternative educational institution dedicated to supporting students who may have struggled in traditional high school settings. The school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, focusing on credit recovery, individual pacing, and student-centered instruction to help participants achieve their academic goals and earn a high school diploma. By fostering a supportive and flexible environment, the school aims to re-engage students and prepare them for post-secondary success.

Beyond core academics, ATDCS focuses on the holistic development of its students by integrating career readiness and social-emotional growth into its programming. The school’s mission centers on empowering students through small class sizes and close relationships with staff, ensuring that each learner receives the attention necessary to overcome educational obstacles. By prioritizing a nurturing culture and providing clear pathways for graduation, the ALB Talent Development Charter School serves as a vital resource for students in the Albuquerque community seeking a non-traditional route to academic achievement.
135
Total Students
9.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic118
Black3
Two or More7
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    118 (87.4 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (5.2 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (4.4 %)
  • Black
    3 (2.2 %)
  • White
    1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone: (505)503-2465
Website: http://www.aps.edu/schools/schools/albuquerque-talent-development-secondary
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 135
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 99
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 38
Grade 10 48
Grade 11 31
Grade 12 18

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER
Grade Student Count
Grade 938
Grade 1048
Grade 1131
Grade 1218
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7253.3%
Male6346.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)