Camino Real Middle vs Explore Academy Las Cruces
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camino Real Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
933 students
Explore Academy Las Cruces
Las Cruces · Charter other · Grades K–11
599 students
| Measure | Camino Real Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico | Explore Academy Las Cruces Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #21 of 138 | – |
| National rank | #11824 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–11 |
| Students | 933 | 599 |
| Enrollment | 933 | 599 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explore Academy Las Cruces does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.6% vs 100%).
- •Camino Real Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.7).
- •Camino Real Middle is the larger school with 933 students compared with 599.
- •Camino Real Middle is a public school while Explore Academy Las Cruces 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 Camino Real Middle better than Explore Academy Las Cruces?
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 Camino Real Middle and Explore Academy Las Cruces?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camino Real Middle: 933. Explore Academy Las Cruces: 599. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camino Real Middle and Explore Academy Las Cruces rank in New Mexico?
Camino Real Middle is 21st of 138 and Explore Academy Las Cruces is unranked among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).