EXPLORE ACADEMY

EXPLORE ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the EXPLORE ACADEMY school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 233 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, EXPLORE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

EXPLORE ACADEMY, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a unique public charter school that distinguishes itself through a non-traditional, mastery-based educational model. Unlike conventional schools that rely on grade levels and rigid year-long schedules, EXPLORE ACADEMY utilizes a personalized learning system where students navigate through individual "mini-courses." This approach allows students to progress at their own pace, ensuring they achieve mastery of specific subjects before moving on, rather than simply passing based on seat time.

The school is designed to foster student autonomy, effectively functioning as a "choose-your-own-adventure" educational environment. Students are empowered to take ownership of their learning by selecting the order and timing of their courses, which helps them develop essential self-management and organizational skills. With a heavy emphasis on individual choice and academic rigor, EXPLORE ACADEMY aims to prepare students for college and beyond by creating an environment that mirrors the flexibility and self-directed nature of higher education.

For more information, contact EXPLORE ACADEMY at (505) 336-1466 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.