Atrisco Heritage Academy HS vs La Cueva High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atrisco Heritage Academy HS
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,930 students
La Cueva High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,826 students
| Measure | Atrisco Heritage Academy HS Albuquerque, New Mexico | La Cueva High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #110 of 156 | #24 of 156 |
| National rank | #16104 of 16,910 | #9109 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,930 | 1,826 |
| Enrollment | 1,930 | 1,826 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 41% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Cueva High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 14.6).
- •La Cueva High does better on math proficiency (41% vs 5%).
- •La Cueva High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 25%).
- •Atrisco Heritage Academy HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.4% vs 96.8%).
- •Atrisco Heritage Academy HS does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.0).
- •Atrisco Heritage Academy HS is the larger school with 1,930 students compared with 1,826.
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 Atrisco Heritage Academy HS better than La Cueva High?
On the Success Index (US), La Cueva High ranks higher (47.3 vs 14.6 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 Atrisco Heritage Academy HS and La Cueva High?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atrisco Heritage Academy HS: 1,930. La Cueva High: 1,826. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atrisco Heritage Academy HS and La Cueva High rank in New Mexico?
Atrisco Heritage Academy HS is 110th of 156 and La Cueva High is 24th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).