Serving 1,026 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Explore Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,026 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: 48%
- Reading Proficiency: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Explore Academy's student population of 1,026 students has grown by 132% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Explore Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Explore Academy often compared to?
Explore Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Classical Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Academy?
The graduation rate of Explore Academy is 70-74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Explore Academy?
1,026 students attend Explore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Explore Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explore Academy?
Explore Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Explore Academy offer ?
Explore Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Explore Academy part of?
Explore Academy is part of Explore Academy School District.
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