Serving 343 students in grades 4-10, Explore Academy Las Cruces ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-10
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explore Academy Las Cruces's student population of 343 students has grown by 264% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 177% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-10
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Explore Academy Las Cruces ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explore Academy Las Cruces is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#281 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explore Academy Las Cruces's ranking?
Explore Academy Las Cruces is ranked #281 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Explore Academy Las Cruces?
343 students attend Explore Academy Las Cruces.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Explore Academy Las Cruces students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explore Academy Las Cruces?
Explore Academy Las Cruces has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Explore Academy Las Cruces offer ?
Explore Academy Las Cruces offers enrollment in grades 4-10
What school district is Explore Academy Las Cruces part of?
Explore Academy Las Cruces is part of Explore Academy Las Cruces School District.
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