School Overview
The Great Academy (TGA), located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a state-chartered public school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. The school distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum that places a heavy emphasis on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and personal responsibility. By integrating these real-world economic concepts into their core academic studies, the academy aims to equip students with the practical skills and mindset necessary to succeed in a modern, globalized economy, moving beyond traditional textbook learning to foster self-sufficiency and long-term career preparedness.

In addition to its focus on economic education, The Great Academy maintains a mission centered on providing a rigorous, safe, and supportive environment that meets the individual needs of its diverse student body. The school utilizes a personalized approach to instruction, emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and the development of character. By creating a culture that balances high academic expectations with a commitment to individual student growth, TGA seeks to prepare its graduates not only for college-level academic rigor but also for the complexities of personal finance and professional life.
127
Total Students
5.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THE GREAT ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White14
Hispanic93
Black9
Two or More5
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    93 (73.2 %)
  • White
    14 (11.0 %)
  • Black
    9 (7.1 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (4.7 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (3.9 %)
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: THE GREAT ACADEMY
Phone: (505)792-0306
Website: http://thegreatacademy.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 127
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.4
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 31
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 6 5
Grade 7 20
Grade 8 15
Grade 9 36
Grade 10 23
Grade 11 20
Grade 12 8

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for THE GREAT ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 65
Grade 720
Grade 815
Grade 936
Grade 1023
Grade 1120
Grade 128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for THE GREAT ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6047.2%
Male6752.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)