Design For Learning Differences School

8600 Academy Rd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87111
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Tel: (505)822-0476
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  • 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.
Quick Stats (2020)
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Students: 44 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

School Overview

School TypeSpecial Education School
Religious AffiliationNonsectarian
Grades OfferedGrades 2-12

Student Body

Total Students44 students
Student Body Typen/a
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade Design For Learning Differences School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio3:1
National avg.: 13:1

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
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    (1)
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    (505)341-0555     7.8 K-12
    22
  • Albuquerque
    Bosque School
    Bosque School Photo - Service Learning is an educational experience that takes students from the classroom into community settings, applying academic and real-world concepts while meeting a real community need. At Bosque School, we believe strongly that integrating meaningful service with instruction and reflection will enrich learning, teach civic responsibility, and engage students in issues affecting the larger community locally, nationally, and globally.
    (5)
     Grades: 6-12 | 495 students
    9.8 miles
    4000 Bosque School Road Nw
    Albuquerque, NM 87120
    (505)898-6388     9.8 6-12
    495
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    Menaul School Photo
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    (1)
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    7.4 miles
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    Albuquerque, NM 87107
    (505)341-7250     7.4 6-12
    194
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    11.4 miles
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    (505)898-4508     11.4 NS-12
    69
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    (Church of Christ)
    (1)
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    4.8 miles
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    Albuquerque, NM 87109
    (505)872-0777     4.8 PK-8
    152

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  • Grades: 2-12
  • Students: 44 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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The average private school tuition in Albuquerque, NM is $6,988 for elementary schools and $15,386 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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