Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(21-22)70%
62%
Black
(21-22)5%
2%
White
(21-22)25%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
2%
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≤10%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
85%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Camino Nuevo Youth?
The graduation rate of Camino Nuevo Youth is 10%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Camino Nuevo Youth?
20 students attend Camino Nuevo Youth.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Camino Nuevo Youth students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Camino Nuevo Youth offer ?
Camino Nuevo Youth offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camino Nuevo Youth part of?
Camino Nuevo Youth is part of Juvenile Justice School District.
In what neighborhood is Camino Nuevo Youth located?
Camino Nuevo Youth is located in the Cervantes neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Cervantes.
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