Digital Arts and Technology Academy vs Early College Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Digital Arts and Technology Academy
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 7–12
319 students
Early College Academy
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
212 students
| Measure | Digital Arts and Technology Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico | Early College Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 156 | #8 of 156 |
| National rank | #11064 of 16,910 | #4352 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 319 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 57% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Early College Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 39.5).
- •Early College Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 12%).
- •Early College Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 62.7%).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy is the larger school with 319 students compared with 212.
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy is a charter school while Early College Academy is a public 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 Digital Arts and Technology Academy better than Early College Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Early College Academy ranks higher (65.7 vs 39.5 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 Digital Arts and Technology Academy and Early College Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Digital Arts and Technology Academy: 319. Early College Academy: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Digital Arts and Technology Academy and Early College Academy rank in New Mexico?
Digital Arts and Technology Academy is 34th of 156 and Early College Academy is 8th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).