Arroyo del Oso Elementary vs Explore Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo del Oso Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
321 students
Explore Academy
Albuquerque · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,413 students
| Measure | Arroyo del Oso Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Explore Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #82 of 416 | – |
| National rank | #34565 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 321 | 1,413 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 1,413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 48% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explore Academy does better on math proficiency (48% vs 37%).
- •Explore Academy does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Explore Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 100%).
- •Explore Academy is the larger school with 1,413 students compared with 321.
- •Arroyo del Oso Elementary is a public school while Explore Academy 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 Arroyo del Oso Elementary better than Explore Academy?
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 Arroyo del Oso Elementary and Explore Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo del Oso Elementary: 321. Explore Academy: 1,413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo del Oso Elementary and Explore Academy rank in New Mexico?
Arroyo del Oso Elementary is 82nd of 416 and Explore Academy is unranked among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).