Alameda Elementary vs Cottonwood Classical Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alameda Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
212 students
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
852 students
| Measure | Alameda Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Cottonwood Classical Prep Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank | #385 of 416 | #1 of 156 |
| National rank | #48751 of 50,301 | #839 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 212 | 852 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 852 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 12.3).
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 98.6%).
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.1).
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep is the larger school with 852 students compared with 212.
- •Alameda Elementary is a public school while Cottonwood Classical Prep is a charter 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 Alameda Elementary better than Cottonwood Classical Prep?
On the Success Index (US), Cottonwood Classical Prep ranks higher (83.2 vs 12.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alameda Elementary and Cottonwood Classical Prep?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alameda Elementary: 212. Cottonwood Classical Prep: 852. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alameda Elementary and Cottonwood Classical Prep rank in New Mexico?
Alameda Elementary is 385th of 416 and Cottonwood Classical Prep is 1st of 156 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).