Kennedy Middle vs Public Academy for Performing Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
296 students
Public Academy for Performing Arts
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
448 students
| Measure | Kennedy Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Public Academy for Performing Arts Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 138 | #22 of 156 |
| National rank | #14372 of 15,369 | #8896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 296 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 29% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 16.4).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on math proficiency (29% vs 5%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 14%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 98.3%).
- •Kennedy Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 15.4).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts is the larger school with 448 students compared with 296.
- •Kennedy Middle is a public school while Public Academy for Performing 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 Kennedy Middle better than Public Academy for Performing Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Public Academy for Performing Arts ranks higher (48.1 vs 16.4 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 Kennedy Middle and Public Academy for Performing Arts?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Middle: 296. Public Academy for Performing Arts: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Middle and Public Academy for Performing Arts rank in New Mexico?
Kennedy Middle is 86th of 138 and Public Academy for Performing Arts is 22nd of 156 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).