Average
#411 of 864 schools in NM
Top 48% in state
Explore Academy Las Cruces
School · Explore Academy Las Cruces · Las Cruces, NM
A charter school in Las Cruces, NM where students score 3 points above what's typical for similar communities.
850 N TELSHOR BLVD, Las Cruces, NM 88011
- Math 42% proficient (2022)
- Reading 42% proficient (2022)
- 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Partial Profile · 3/4 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Explore Academy Las Cruces score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NM average.
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
44.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Explore Academy Las Cruces sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 37Car-Dependent
- Bike 45Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High5,602/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Las Cruces), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$75,139
Median home value
$315,100
Median rent
$1,053/mo
College educated
55.3%
Homeownership
60.8%
Poverty rate
10.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 88011; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Springs Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 7.3 | K–11 | 1.3 mi | 80 | Compare → |
| Mesilla Valley Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.9 | K–12 | 3.8 mi | 392 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Explore Academy Las Cruces
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- This value was not reported by the source.
- District child poverty rate
- The source release did not match this district identifier.
Explore Academy Las Cruces is listed in EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Explore Academy Las Cruces
Explore Academy Las Cruces is a public school in Las Cruces, NM, part of Explore Academy Las Cruces, serving approximately 343 students in grades 4th-10th with a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #411 of 864 schools in NM. State assessment records show 42% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Explore Academy Las Cruces
What grades does Explore Academy Las Cruces serve?
Explore Academy Las Cruces serves students in grades 4th through 10th.
How many students attend Explore Academy Las Cruces?
Explore Academy Las Cruces has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Explore Academy Las Cruces?
The student-teacher ratio at Explore Academy Las Cruces is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Explore Academy Las Cruces rank in NM?
Explore Academy Las Cruces ranks #411 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Explore Academy Las Cruces's MySchoolScout rating?
Explore Academy Las Cruces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Explore Academy Las Cruces?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Explore Academy Las Cruces has 42% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Explore Academy Las Cruces a charter school?
Yes, Explore Academy Las Cruces is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Explore Academy Las Cruces a Title I school?
No, Explore Academy Las Cruces is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Explore Academy Las Cruces?
44.3% of students at Explore Academy Las Cruces qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 4th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (575) 888-4476
- Area population (ZIP 88011)
- 31,143
- Area average commute
- 19.7 min
- Area median age
- 45
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 88011; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments 2022 EdFacts; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.