Belen High vs Valencia High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belen High
Belen · Public high · Grades 9–12
958 students
Valencia High
Los Lunas · Public high · Grades 9–12
960 students
| Measure | Belen High Belen, New Mexico | Valencia High Los Lunas, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #146 of 156 | #145 of 156 |
| National rank | #16690 of 16,910 | #16689 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 958 | 960 |
| Enrollment | 958 | 960 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 7% |
| city | Belen | Los Lunas |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (8.7 vs 8.8).
- •Belen High does better on math proficiency (10% vs 7%).
- •Valencia High does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •Belen High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 100%).
- •Belen High does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 24.0).
- •Valencia High is the larger school with 960 students compared with 958.
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 Belen High better than Valencia High?
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 Belen High and Valencia High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Belen and Los Lunas in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belen High: 958. Valencia High: 960. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belen High and Valencia High rank in New Mexico?
Belen High is 146th of 156 and Valencia High is 145th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).