Belen Middle vs Cleveland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 56 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belen Middle
Belen · Public middle · Grades 7–8
475 students
Cleveland Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
474 students
| Measure | Belen Middle Belen, New Mexico | Cleveland Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #119 of 138 | #77 of 138 |
| National rank | #14834 of 15,369 | #14001 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 475 | 474 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 474 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 19% |
| city | Belen | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cleveland Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.6 vs 12.7).
- •Cleveland Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 11%).
- •Belen Middle does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Cleveland Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.8%).
- •Cleveland Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.8).
- •Belen Middle is the larger school with 475 students compared with 474.
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 Middle better than Cleveland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cleveland Middle ranks higher (18.6 vs 12.7 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 Belen Middle and Cleveland Middle?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Belen and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belen Middle: 475. Cleveland Middle: 474. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belen Middle and Cleveland Middle rank in New Mexico?
Belen Middle is 119th of 138 and Cleveland Middle is 77th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).