Cottonwood Classical Prep vs South Valley Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 18 km 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
South Valley Academy
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
604 students
| Measure | Cottonwood Classical Prep Albuquerque, New Mexico | South Valley Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 5% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1 of 156 | #109 of 156 |
| National rank | #839 of 16,910 | #16072 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 852 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.8% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 3% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 14.9).
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 99.5%).
- •South Valley Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.0).
- •Cottonwood Classical Prep is the larger school with 852 students compared with 604.
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 South Valley Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Cottonwood Classical Prep ranks higher (83.2 vs 14.9 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 Cottonwood Classical Prep and South Valley Academy?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cottonwood Classical Prep: 852. South Valley Academy: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cottonwood Classical Prep and South Valley Academy rank in New Mexico?
Cottonwood Classical Prep is 1st of 156 and South Valley Academy is 109th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).