McCollum Elementary vs Public Academy for Performing Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCollum Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
Public Academy for Performing Arts
Albuquerque · Charter high · Grades 6–12
448 students
| Measure | McCollum Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Public Academy for Performing Arts Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #166 of 416 | #22 of 156 |
| National rank | #41146 of 50,301 | #8896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 302 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 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 25.9).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 32%).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 99%).
- •McCollum Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 15.4).
- •Public Academy for Performing Arts is the larger school with 448 students compared with 302.
- •McCollum Elementary 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 McCollum Elementary better than Public Academy for Performing Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Public Academy for Performing Arts ranks higher (48.1 vs 25.9 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 McCollum Elementary and Public Academy for Performing Arts?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCollum Elementary: 302. Public Academy for Performing Arts: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCollum Elementary and Public Academy for Performing Arts rank in New Mexico?
McCollum Elementary is 166th of 416 and Public Academy for Performing Arts is 22nd of 156 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).