Digital Arts and Technology Academy vs Garfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.6 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
Garfield Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
282 students
| Measure | Digital Arts and Technology Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico | Garfield Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 156 | #99 of 138 |
| National rank | #11064 of 16,910 | #14597 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 319 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 8% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 14.8).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 14%).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 99.3%).
- •Garfield Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy is the larger school with 319 students compared with 282.
- •Digital Arts and Technology Academy is a charter school while Garfield Middle 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 Garfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Digital Arts and Technology Academy ranks higher (39.5 vs 14.8 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 Garfield Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Digital Arts and Technology Academy: 319. Garfield Middle: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Digital Arts and Technology Academy and Garfield Middle rank in New Mexico?
Digital Arts and Technology Academy is 34th of 156 and Garfield Middle is 99th of 138 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).