Serving 1,354 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Explore Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Explore Academy's student population of 1,354 students has grown by 207% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 215% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
Explore Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explore Academy is 0.61, which is more 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
#67 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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's ranking?
Explore Academy is ranked #67 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Explore Academy often compared to?
Explore Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Classical Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Explore Academy?
The graduation rate of Explore Academy is 70-74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Explore Academy?
1,354 students attend Explore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Explore Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explore Academy?
Explore Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Explore Academy offer ?
Explore Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Academy part of?
Explore Academy is part of Explore Academy School District.
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