Highland High vs New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 601 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,144 students
New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
109 students
| Measure | Highland High Albuquerque, New Mexico | New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 156 | #31 of 156 |
| National rank | #16224 of 16,910 | #10418 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,144 | 109 |
| Enrollment | 1,144 | 109 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 28.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 12% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 13.9).
- •New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts does better on math proficiency (12% vs 6%).
- •New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.4% vs 98.7%).
- •New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 13.5).
- •Highland High is the larger school with 1,144 students compared with 109.
- •Highland High is a public school while New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts 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 Highland High better than New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts?
On the Success Index (US), New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts ranks higher (42.2 vs 13.9 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 Highland High and New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts?
About 601 m in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High: 1,144. New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts: 109. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High and New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts rank in New Mexico?
Highland High is 120th of 156 and New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts is 31st of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).