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GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE

325 MARGUERITE ST, GALLUP, NM 87301 · (505) 721-1051 · McKinley County
GRADES 06–12HIGH33-TOWNTITLE IALTERNATIVE EDUCATION SCHOOL1,244 STUDENTS
Enrollment
1,244
High
DISTRICT 522 · STATE 450
Student : Teacher
13.0:1
96 FTE teachers
DISTRICT 4.9:1 · STATE 22.9:1
Free / Reduced Lunch
49%
615 students
DISTRICT 84% · STATE 90%
Community
0
0 members
Enrollment and student:teacher ratio compared against other high schools. Free/Reduced Lunch and demographics compared against all schools.
Enrollment by grade
Grade 9
328
Grade 10
327
Grade 11
302
Grade 12
287
Student demographics
White
26121%
DISTRICT 8% · STATE 19%
Hispanic
71057%
DISTRICT 23% · STATE 63%
Black
363%
DISTRICT 1% · STATE 2%
Asian
60%
DISTRICT 1% · STATE 1%
Two+
13611%
DISTRICT 5% · STATE 4%
Native American
927%
DISTRICT 62% · STATE 12%
Pacific Islander
30%
DISTRICT 0% · STATE 0%
Student head counts by race/ethnicity from federal NCES enrollment data. Very small groups may be suppressed in the source, so categories do not always sum exactly to total enrollment.
Gender split
Male
54644%
Female
69856%

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BeatsExpectations is not computed for specialized-population schools (schools for the deaf or blind, therapeutic and behavioral-health placements, juvenile-justice and alternative-education settings, and similar). State ELA/Math proficiency rates are not a comparable metric for these populations, so a demographically-adjusted residual against general-enrollment peers would be misleading. About the methodology →

7-year change

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Enrollment
1,244
+1,022 (+460%) vs 2017
Student : Teacher
13.0:1
was 14.8:1
% White
21%
was 1%
% Hispanic
57%
was 13%
% Black
3%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data

About GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE

GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE is a big secondary school in GALLUP, New Mexico, run under GALLUP. The school hosts 1,244 students in grades 6 through 12. Compared to the state average of about 450 students per school, that is 176% larger than typical.

Across the 33 schools in GALLUP (12,698 students total), GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE accounts for its share of the district's footprint.

Looking at the student body, GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE reports that Hispanic students make up the majority at 57%. Other groups include 21% White, 11% multiracial, 7% Native American, 3% Black. That is considerably more Hispanic than the county at large, where the share is closer to 12%.

Looking at school resources, Staff filings list 96 full-time-equivalent teachers, which works out to roughly 13.0:1 students per teacher. Statewide, the average ratio sits near 22.9:1, putting GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE tighter than the state norm the norm. Around 49% of the student body qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, a commonly cited indicator of low-income enrollment. That share is below McKinley County's rate of about 85%.

In the broader community, ACS estimates for McKinley County put median household earnings sit near $47,668, about 13% of the adult population holds a bachelor's degree or above, and census figures put the poverty rate at about 28%. Across McKinley County's 53 public schools (combined enrollment of about 16,807 students), GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE is one campus in the mix.

The closest other public school is STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY, roughly 0.6 miles away. Within five miles, there are 8 other public schools.

GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE operates from a town-center location.

Looking at the recent track record. GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE's enrollment has climbed 460% since 2018, when it stood at 222 (now 1,244). The Hispanic share of enrollment expanded from 13% to 57% over that span. The student-to-teacher ratio pulled in from 14.8:1 in 2018 to 13.0:1 today.

On the community side, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around fundraisers, lost-and-found posts, and report-card season. Anyone with firsthand experience at this school can post or comment.

McKinley County at a glance

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Population
70,431
Census ACS
Median income
$47,668
Household, ACS
Bachelor's+
13%
Adults 25+
Poverty rate
28%
Below federal line
Schools in county
53
16,807 students

Quick facts

School name
GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE
District
GALLUP
Address
325 MARGUERITE ST, GALLUP, NM 87301
Phone
(505) 721-1051
County
McKinley County
Level
High
Grade range
06–12
Total enrollment
1,244
Teachers (FTE)
96
Student–teacher ratio
13.0:1
Free/Reduced lunch
615 (49%)
Locale
33-Town: Remote
NCES ID
350111000545
Charter school
No
Virtual school
No

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Frequently asked questions

About GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE
What is the total enrollment at GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE?
GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE enrolls approximately 1,244 students in grades 06-12.
What age range does GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE serve?
GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE serves students from grade 06 through grade 12.
How many students per teacher at GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE?
Approximately 13.0:1 students per teacher at GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE.
How diverse is GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE?
GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE reports a student body of 21% White, 57% Hispanic, 3% Black, 0% Asian, 11% Two or more.
Who oversees GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE?
GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE is overseen by GALLUP in McKinley County.
Data sourceSchool profile facts are sourced from the NCES. Community content is posted by allk12 members.
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