Ben Alexander Elementary vs Wherry Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 378 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Alexander Elementary
Lovington · Public elementary · Grades 2–2
238 students
Wherry Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
240 students
| Measure | Ben Alexander Elementary Lovington, New Mexico | Wherry Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 416 | #383 of 416 |
| National rank | #48951 of 50,301 | #48703 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 238 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 8% |
| city | Lovington | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.7 vs 12.5).
- •Wherry Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 18.3).
- •Wherry Elementary is the larger school with 240 students compared with 238.
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 Ben Alexander Elementary better than Wherry 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 Ben Alexander Elementary and Wherry Elementary?
About 378 km in a straight line, between Lovington and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben Alexander Elementary: 238. Wherry Elementary: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben Alexander Elementary and Wherry Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Ben Alexander Elementary is 388th of 416 and Wherry Elementary is 383rd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).