Abq Charter Academy vs Albuquerque High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abq Charter Academy
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 9–12
350 students
Albuquerque High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,568 students
| Measure | Abq Charter Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico | Albuquerque High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #72 of 156 | #70 of 156 |
| National rank | #15318 of 16,910 | #15220 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 350 | 1,568 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 1,568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.6 vs 20.2).
- •Albuquerque High does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 15%).
- •Abq Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 89.1%).
- •Albuquerque High does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.4).
- •Albuquerque High is the larger school with 1,568 students compared with 350.
- •Abq Charter Academy is a charter school while Albuquerque High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Abq Charter Academy better than Albuquerque High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Abq Charter Academy and Albuquerque High?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abq Charter Academy: 350. Albuquerque High: 1,568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abq Charter Academy and Albuquerque High rank in New Mexico?
Abq Charter Academy is 72nd of 156 and Albuquerque High is 70th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).