Aztec High vs Lydia Rippey Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aztec High
Aztec · Public high · Grades 9–12
696 students
Lydia Rippey Elementary
Aztec · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
354 students
| Measure | Aztec High Aztec, New Mexico | Lydia Rippey Elementary Aztec, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 156 | #137 of 416 |
| National rank | #16540 of 16,910 | #39344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 696 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 696 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 42% |
| city | Aztec | Aztec |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 10.8).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 5%).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.8).
- •Aztec High is the larger school with 696 students compared with 354.
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 Aztec High better than Lydia Rippey Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lydia Rippey Elementary ranks higher (28.8 vs 10.8 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 Aztec High and Lydia Rippey Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Aztec and Aztec in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aztec High: 696. Lydia Rippey Elementary: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aztec High and Lydia Rippey Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Aztec High is 138th of 156 and Lydia Rippey Elementary is 137th of 416 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).