Salam Academy vs. Design For Learning Differences School
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School Overview
Overview
Salam Academy is an NCA AdvancED accredited school. We are a member of New Mexico Child Care and Education Association.
Our Accredited 5 STAR Early Childhood Program is Liscensed by Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and Accredited by NECPA.
It is a Community owned non-for-profit organization with a 501(c) status. Salam Academy`s Vision is to create outstanding American citizens who are trained to be leaders in their family, their community, and the American society as a whole.
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.
Grades Offered
NS-12
2-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
No
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Year Founded
2001
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Students Body
Total Students
168 students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
39%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
20
-
Pre-K Students
27
-
Kindergarten Students
16
-
Grade 1 Students
18
-
Grade 2 Students
12
3
Grade 3 Students
10
1
Grade 4 Students
14
-
Grade 5 Students
12
1
Grade 6 Students
12
2
Grade 7 Students
8
3
Grade 8 Students
4
5
Grade 9 Students
8
9
Grade 10 Students
3
5
Grade 11 Students
2
8
Grade 12 Students
2
3
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
9 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
30%
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Average Class Size
15
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:4
Average SAT score
1060
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Average ACT score
21
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Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Navy Blue or Khaki pants and White or nany blue shirt)
(Navy Blue or Khaki pants and White or nany blue shirt)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Aug. 15
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$5,500
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Tuition Notes
https://www.salamacademy.org/admissions-fees-and-forms/
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% on Financial Aid
60%
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Acceptance Rate
98%
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Admissions Director
Salam Academy Summer Camp
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Admissions Associate
Ms. Fedah Abdelhack
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Arts, Chess club, Field Trips, Homework Club, PTO
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