Alcalde Elementary vs Hernandez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcalde Elementary
Espanola · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
151 students
Hernandez Elementary
Espanola · Public elementary · Grades K–6
85 students
| Measure | Alcalde Elementary Espanola, New Mexico | Hernandez Elementary Espanola, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 416 | #133 of 416 |
| National rank | #38584 of 50,301 | #38933 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 151 | 85 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 85 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Espanola | Espanola |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.9 vs 29.4).
- •Alcalde Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.7% vs 97.6%).
- •Hernandez Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 12.6).
- •Alcalde Elementary is the larger school with 151 students compared with 85.
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 Alcalde Elementary better than Hernandez Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alcalde Elementary and Hernandez Elementary?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Espanola and Espanola in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcalde Elementary: 151. Hernandez Elementary: 85. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcalde Elementary and Hernandez Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Alcalde Elementary is 128th of 416 and Hernandez Elementary is 133rd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).