Serving 1,413 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Explore Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Explore Academy's student population of 1,413 students has grown by 118% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Explore Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explore Academy is 0.65, 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
#63 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explore Academy's ranking?
Explore Academy is ranked #63 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Academy?
The graduation rate of Explore Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Explore Academy?
1,413 students attend Explore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Explore Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 13:1.
What grades does Explore Academy offer ?
Explore Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Academy part of?
Explore Academy is part of Explore Academy School District.
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