Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 10% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Early College Academy's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College Academy is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
59%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)91%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College Academy's ranking?
Early College Academy is ranked #32 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Early College Academy often compared to?
Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science, College And Career High School, Explore Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Early College Academy is 91%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Early College Academy?
201 students attend Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Early College Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Early College Academy offer ?
Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Early College Academy part of?
Early College Academy is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Early College Academy located?
Early College Academy 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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