Apache Elementary vs Chelwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Apache Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
Chelwood Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades K–5
309 students
| Measure | Apache Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Chelwood Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #371 of 416 | #262 of 416 |
| National rank | #48449 of 50,301 | #45577 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 341 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 18% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chelwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 13.1).
- •Chelwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Chelwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 12%).
- •Apache Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.4%).
- •Chelwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.6).
- •Apache Elementary is the larger school with 341 students compared with 309.
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 Apache Elementary better than Chelwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chelwood Elementary ranks higher (18.8 vs 13.1 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 Apache Elementary and Chelwood Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Apache Elementary: 341. Chelwood Elementary: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Apache Elementary and Chelwood Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Apache Elementary is 371st of 416 and Chelwood Elementary is 262nd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).