Little Bear Child Development And in Hatch, NM serves 12 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 2:1 with 7 total teachers providing instruction.
This co–ed, nonsectarian program offers education spanning early childhood to secondary levels.
Approximately 40% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the rural community.
As of the latest data, the school enrolls 10 students in grades K–12, supporting small class sizes in a rural early learning through high school program.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Little Bear Child Development And?
The application deadline for Little Bear Child Development And is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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