Tuition-Free Public Charter Middle School in Albuquerque's South Valley

Big Futures Grow in the South Valley

South Valley Prep is a small, safe, family-focused middle school for grades 6–8 in Albuquerque, where every student is known by name and prepared for high school and life.

Front entrance of South Valley Preparatory School at 2551 Karsten Court SE, Albuquerque
U.S. News & World Report Best Middle Schools, Charter, 2022

About South Valley Prep

Serving Middle Schoolers
in the South Valley Since 2010

Founded by South Valley educators and families, SVP was created to give local middle schoolers a place that feels safe, personal and full of possibility. Our small-school model means every student is seen, supported and set up for success.

“Our mission is to provide a small, safe, and unique family learning community where students are prepared for high school and beyond.”
  • ResilienceStudents learn to keep going and grow from challenges.
  • LeadershipReal responsibility in class, sports and service.
  • BelongingA family learning community where no one gets lost.

School information

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Address

South Valley Prep
2551 Karsten Court SE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
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About the school

Tuition-free public charter middle school · Grades 6–8 · State-authorized · Serving the South Valley since 2010

Why families choose SVP

Small classes. Better learning. More after the bell.

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Known by name

A small school where every student is seen, supported and set up for high school.

South Valley roots since 2010

Built by educators.
Chosen by families.

SVP was founded by South Valley teachers and families who wanted a middle school that feels personal. Here’s what that looks like today.

82% of families recommend SVP Based on 22 Facebook reviews Read reviews →
  • $0Tuition — and our after-school program is free too
  • 6–8Only middle schoolers, with teachers who loop across years
  • 25:1Student-to-teacher ratio
  • 90%of students feel safe at SVP

2025–26 highlights

100%

Every student tested

100% participation in both reading and math on NWEA assessments.

Teachers from the neighborhood

Many of our staff grew up in the South Valley.

Mr. BittnerGrew up in the South Valley · teaches humanities, reading & automotive
Maria DuarteRaised in the South Valley · started as an SVP parent
Meet the SVP team

See it for yourself — visit campus or apply today.

What’s up at SVP

From the School Bulletin

The latest announcements, reminders and flyers — posted by our staff.

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Upcoming events

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Upcoming events

1

Cibola National Forest 8th grade

Oct 2 · 2:00 pm

2

Round 1 Observations begin

Oct 5 · 2:00 pm

3

Q1 ends

Oct 8

4

Fall Break

Oct 9

5

LOS JARDINES 7B (MONTEZ)

Oct 16 · 2:45 pm

6

Staff Meeting

Oct 19 · 9:00 pm