Albuquerque Aviation Academy vs Volcano Vista High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albuquerque Aviation Academy
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
312 students
Volcano Vista High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,089 students
| Measure | Albuquerque Aviation Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico | Volcano Vista High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #19 of 156 | #51 of 156 |
| National rank | #7580 of 16,910 | #13938 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 312 | 2,089 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 2,089 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 25% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albuquerque Aviation Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.0 vs 27.2).
- •Albuquerque Aviation Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 40%).
- •Albuquerque Aviation Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.9% vs 99.2%).
- •Volcano Vista High does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.9).
- •Volcano Vista High is the larger school with 2,089 students compared with 312.
- •Albuquerque Aviation Academy is a charter school while Volcano Vista 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 Albuquerque Aviation Academy better than Volcano Vista High?
On the Success Index (US), Albuquerque Aviation Academy ranks higher (53.0 vs 27.2 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 Albuquerque Aviation Academy and Volcano Vista High?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy: 312. Volcano Vista High: 2,089. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albuquerque Aviation Academy and Volcano Vista High rank in New Mexico?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy is 19th of 156 and Volcano Vista High is 51st of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).