SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER

10301 CANDELARIA RD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87112

Charter School 147 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Southwest Secondary Learning Center (SSLC) is a tuition-free, state-chartered public school located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving students in grades 6–12. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that integrates advanced technology into the classroom. By emphasizing a blend of high academic standards and individualized attention, SSLC aims to foster a scholarly environment where students are prepared for the challenges of higher education and beyond.

The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to a "back-to-basics" educational philosophy, prioritizing core subjects like mathematics, science, and humanities while minimizing distractions. With a smaller campus setting, SSLC promotes a close-knit community atmosphere where teachers and staff can closely monitor student progress. This structure is designed to appeal to families seeking an alternative to traditional district schools, offering a focused, structured learning experience that emphasizes student accountability and long-term academic success.

147

Total Students

9.8

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER
Demographic	Student Count
White	67
Hispanic	56
Black	7
Two or More	5
American Indian	12

White
67 (45.6 %)
Hispanic
56 (38.1 %)
American Indian
12 (8.2 %)
Black
7 (4.8 %)
Two or More
5 (3.4 %)

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:	SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER
Phone:	(505)296-7677
Website:	http://www.sslc-nm.com
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	147
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	9.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	32
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 54

Grade 10 41

Grade 11 25

Grade 12 27