THE GREAT ACADEMY
Charter School
127 Students
High School 6th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 93 |
| Black | 9 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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Hispanic93 (73.2 %)
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White14 (11.0 %)
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Black9 (7.1 %)
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American Indian6 (4.7 %)
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Two or More5 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 5 |
| Grade 7 | 20 |
| Grade 8 | 15 |
| Grade 9 | 36 |
| Grade 10 | 23 |
| Grade 11 | 20 |
| Grade 12 | 8 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 60 | 47.2% |
| Male | 67 | 52.8% |
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