The Career Enrichment Center, is an Albuquerque Public Schools Magnet High School. Its full name is the Charles R. Spain Career Enrichment Center, named in honor of a former Superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (15-16)
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)25%
10%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
61%
Black
(15-16)n/a
2%
White
(15-16)75%
24%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
2%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Career Enrichment?
4 students attend Career Enrichment.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Career Enrichment students are White, and 25% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Career Enrichment offer ?
Career Enrichment offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Career Enrichment part of?
Career Enrichment is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Career Enrichment located?
Career Enrichment is located in the Santa Barbara Martineztown neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Santa Barbara Martineztown.
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