Central Elementary vs Yucca Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Artesia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
149 students
Yucca Elementary
Artesia · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
354 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Artesia, New Mexico | Yucca Elementary Artesia, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #127 of 416 | #261 of 416 |
| National rank | #38384 of 50,301 | #45569 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 149 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 149 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Artesia | Artesia |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 18.9).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 18.6).
- •Yucca Elementary is the larger school with 354 students compared with 149.
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 Central Elementary better than Yucca Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (30.2 vs 18.9 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 Central Elementary and Yucca Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Artesia and Artesia in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 149. Yucca Elementary: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Yucca Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Central Elementary is 127th of 416 and Yucca Elementary is 261st of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).