Cottonwood Classical Prep vs Explore Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 797 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
852 students
Explore Academy
Albuquerque · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,413 students
| Measure | Cottonwood Classical Prep Albuquerque, New Mexico | Explore Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1 of 156 | – |
| National rank | #839 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 852 | 1,413 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 1,413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.8% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 63% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 25.8%).
- •Explore Academy does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.0).
- •Explore Academy is the larger school with 1,413 students compared with 852.
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 Cottonwood Classical Prep 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 Cottonwood Classical Prep and Explore Academy?
About 797 m in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cottonwood Classical Prep: 852. Explore Academy: 1,413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cottonwood Classical Prep and Explore Academy rank in New Mexico?
Cottonwood Classical Prep is 1st of 156 and Explore Academy is unranked among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).