Abq School of Excellence vs Public Academy for Performing Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abq School of Excellence
Albuquerque · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,005 students
Public Academy for Performing Arts
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
448 students
| Measure | Abq School of Excellence Albuquerque, New Mexico | Public Academy for Performing Arts Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #22 of 156 |
| National rank | – | #8896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,005 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 1,005 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 29% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abq School of Excellence does better on math proficiency (43% vs 29%).
- •Abq School of Excellence does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 48%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 56.9%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.5).
- •Abq School of Excellence is the larger school with 1,005 students compared with 448.
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 School of Excellence better than Public Academy for Performing Arts?
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 School of Excellence and Public Academy for Performing Arts?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abq School of Excellence: 1,005. Public Academy for Performing Arts: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abq School of Excellence and Public Academy for Performing Arts rank in New Mexico?
Abq School of Excellence is unranked and Public Academy for Performing Arts is 22nd of 156 among other schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).