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Design For Learning Difference School

8600 Academy Road Ne, Albuquerque, NM, 87111-0871 -

School Notes Overview:

DLD-Sycamore School is a private, non-profit school, serving students with learning difficulties from the greater metropolitan area of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Often these students have average or higher intelligence and abilities, but may be falling behind or experiencing failure in school. Students in grades 1-12 are enrolled in a comprehensive academic program that is offered in a day-school setting. The school year begins in July and has followed a year-round quarter system since its inception. DLD's staff is experienced in working with youngsters with learning differences. They are highly trained and skilled, and are committed, dedicated, and caring professionals, who incorporate Christian values into their teaching standards. Certified and non-certified personnel work in the intimate and nurturing environment of the school. The alternative high school program offers an independent study curriculum that is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Students who complete the four-year course of study receive a diploma signifying attainment of the required number of hours of credit....

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School Overview:

	Design For Learning Difference School
School Type	Special Education School
School Membership(s)	Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 2 - 12
County	Bernalillo County, NM
Student Body
Total Students	25 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NM) School Avg.
% Students of Color	19%	42%
Students by Grade
	Grade 2 - 1 students
	Grade 3 - 2 students
	Grade 5 - 1 students
	Grade 7 - 4 students
	Grade 8 - 5 students
	Grade 10 - 5 students
	Grade 11 - 3 students
	Grade 12 - 4 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	6 teachers
	This School	(NM) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:3	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	7 hours

School Notes:

DLD-Sycamore School is a private, non-profit school, serving students with learning difficulties from the greater metropolitan area of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Often these students have average or higher intelligence and abilities, but may be falling behind or experiencing failure in school. Students in grades 1-12 are enrolled in a comprehensive academic program that is offered in a day-school setting. The school year begins in July and has followed a year-round quarter system since its inception. DLD's staff is experienced in working with youngsters with learning differences. They are highly trained and skilled, and are committed, dedicated, and caring professionals, who incorporate Christian values into their teaching standards. Certified and non-certified personnel work in the intimate and nurturing environment of the school. The alternative high school program offers an independent study curriculum that is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Students who complete the four-year course of study receive a diploma signifying attainment of the required number of hours of credit.
Profile last updated: 02/17/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (87111)	School Zip (87111)	(NM) State Average
Population (Approximate)	54,632 people	1,814,374 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	51%	24%
Population Average Age	41 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.3 persons
Median Household Income	$51,937	$38,590
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.6 rooms	5.1 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	28 years old	33 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	63% / 37%	66% / 34%