RIO GRANDE PREPARATORY INSTITUTE
46 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Rio Grande Preparatory Institute (RGPI) is an alternative high school located in Mesilla, New Mexico, operating as part of the Las Cruces Public Schools district. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational environment, focusing on credit recovery, accelerated learning, and personalized instruction. By maintaining a smaller campus setting, RGPI aims to foster a more intimate and supportive atmosphere that allows educators to address the unique academic and social needs of students who might be struggling to find success in a traditional comprehensive high school.
The institute emphasizes a flexible approach to education, allowing students to work at their own pace to meet graduation requirements. The curriculum is structured to help students earn the credits necessary to receive a diploma while preparing them for post-secondary opportunities, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce. By prioritizing individualized learning plans and consistent mentorship, Rio Grande Preparatory Institute serves as a vital resource for the Las Cruces community, helping students overcome obstacles and stay on a clear path toward high school completion.
The institute emphasizes a flexible approach to education, allowing students to work at their own pace to meet graduation requirements. The curriculum is structured to help students earn the credits necessary to receive a diploma while preparing them for post-secondary opportunities, whether that involves transitioning to college, vocational training, or the workforce. By prioritizing individualized learning plans and consistent mentorship, Rio Grande Preparatory Institute serves as a vital resource for the Las Cruces community, helping students overcome obstacles and stay on a clear path toward high school completion.
46
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
1.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 35 |
| Black | 1 |
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Hispanic35 (76.1%)
-
White10 (21.7%)
-
Black1 (2.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | LAS CRUCES |
| Phone: | (575)527-6058 |
| Website: | http://rgpi.lcps.net/o/rgpi |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 46 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 1.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 46 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
12
Grade 10
8
Grade 11
13
Grade 12
13
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 12 |
| Grade 10 | 8 |
| Grade 11 | 13 |
| Grade 12 | 13 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 18 | 39.1% |
| Male | 28 | 60.9% |
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