NORTHPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL

10301 CANDELARIA RD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87112

www.northpointcharter.com/

Charter School 144 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.

144

Total Students

9.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORTHPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	60
Hispanic	58
Black	4
Asian	2
Two or More	12
American Indian	8

White
60 (41.7%)
Hispanic
58 (40.3%)
Two or More
12 (8.3%)
American Indian
8 (5.6%)
Black
4 (2.8%)
Asian
2 (1.4%)

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:	NORTHPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL
Phone:	(505)296-7677
Website:	http://www.northpointcharter.com/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	144
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	9.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
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 39

Grade 10 28

Grade 11 45

Grade 12 32

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NORTHPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	39
Grade 10	28
Grade 11	45
Grade 12	32

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NORTHPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	72	50%
Male	72	50%

Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)