John Baker Elementary vs Renaissance Academy Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Baker Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
Renaissance Academy Charter School
Albuquerque · Charter middle · Grades 4–8
124 students
| Measure | John Baker Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Renaissance Academy Charter School Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #95 of 416 | #18 of 138 |
| National rank | #35857 of 50,301 | #11196 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 404 | 124 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 124 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 27% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.1 vs 33.5).
- •John Baker Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 27%).
- •John Baker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Renaissance Academy Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 99%).
- •Renaissance Academy Charter School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 13.0).
- •John Baker Elementary is the larger school with 404 students compared with 124.
- •John Baker Elementary is a public school while Renaissance Academy Charter School 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 John Baker Elementary better than Renaissance Academy Charter School?
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 John Baker Elementary and Renaissance Academy Charter School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Baker Elementary: 404. Renaissance Academy Charter School: 124. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Baker Elementary and Renaissance Academy Charter School rank in New Mexico?
John Baker Elementary is 95th of 416 and Renaissance Academy Charter School is 18th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).