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Parent: Sandia Prep is an outstanding school. Their focus on the students as their number one priority is clear from the headmaster to all staff. The school has strong leadership from the headmaster. The academics are rigorous, while allowing students to thrive in a caring environment. The sports (in all grades, and no-cut) and numerous activities encourage students to participate in extra-curricular activities. The security on campus is superior to other schools in Albuquerque. The overall culture of the school is unique and results in an incredible place to attend school. I know my children will not only be well-prepared for any college they choose to attend, but that they will also graduate as confident, well-rounded and kind young adultsRead 57 Reviews
Senior: I have attended this school for all of my high school years. It has a great learning environment with many helpful resources. Due to the small class sizes, I was given many oppurtunities to have one on one time with excellent teachers at our school. Apart from the one on one time, due to the small numbers there are great relationships among all the students, almost like family. It's academics are great, the school has a great curriculum giving it's students and I all the l knowledge needed. It also had a great college readiness program called Gear Up that helps all the student there gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in college. It is truly a great school.Read 1 Review
Alum: The thing I liked the most about going to school here was the teachers. I am originally from New York so I had a hard time at first. After a few weeks I was settled in and found a great mentor, Mr. Hedge. As the years continued, Mrs. Montoya, Mrs. Guaderrama, and Mrs. Horodowich all helped me grow as a student and as an individual. If you're looking for good staff, there's no better place.Read 1 Review
Senior: It's a great school. They teach you all of your basics. Get you ready for the real world. The teachers don't just teach about the academics they also teach you how you're gonna have to learn to live in the world, by giving you advice and helping you with things that are difficult. They have very high expectations for their students. They treat us great and respect us.Read 3 Reviews
Senior: Des Moines Municipal school is a great school. Because the school is small, more hands on activities are allowed. This makes it easier for students to engage more in class discussion. Also, more one on one with the teacher is more beneficial for the students to have a full understanding of the subject they are learning. I am currently a senior at Des Moines and I truly believe that they fully inspire me to become sucessful and motivated for my college years to come. Also,Des Moines has a good athletic program. The coaches push us students to do best in high school and our work to become more sucessful.That is why the Des Moines highschool is one of the highest ranking in education in the state of New Mexico.Read 2 Reviews
Senior: My school is extremely small, which can be a good and bad thing. The good part about it is that students form a deeper bond with teachers and staff and have a more specialized learning experience. The bad thing is that because it is so small there are hardly any school clubs anf opportunities.Read 2 Reviews
High School Senior: The academics are top-notch here. Teachers ask a lot of their students but are also understanding and helpful. Mostly everyone here wants to excel, and each student finds a special area where they are talented. The curriculum is challenging, and there are a lot of requirements, but there is also enough flexibility so that everyone can take the classes they want. There are innovative classes here--take for example Godzilla (11th grade course), which combines English with American History. The academics here are usually regarded as the best in the state, and have been named fifth best in the country.Read 132 Reviews