A. Montoya Elementary vs Valencia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. Montoya Elementary
Tijeras · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
370 students
Valencia Elementary
Los Lunas · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
370 students
| Measure | A. Montoya Elementary Tijeras, New Mexico | Valencia Elementary Los Lunas, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 416 | #359 of 416 |
| National rank | #38784 of 50,301 | #48155 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 370 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 370 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 24% |
| city | Tijeras | Los Lunas |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A. Montoya Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 13.9).
- •A. Montoya Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 24%).
- •A. Montoya Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •A. Montoya Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 100%).
- •A. Montoya Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.8).
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 A. Montoya Elementary better than Valencia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), A. Montoya Elementary ranks higher (29.6 vs 13.9 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 A. Montoya Elementary and Valencia Elementary?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Tijeras and Los Lunas in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. Montoya Elementary: 370. Valencia Elementary: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. Montoya Elementary and Valencia Elementary rank in New Mexico?
A. Montoya Elementary is 131st of 416 and Valencia Elementary is 359th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).