Central Elementary vs Memorial Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Belen · Public middle · Grades 4–6
166 students
Memorial Middle
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
167 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Belen, New Mexico | Memorial Middle Las Vegas, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 138 | #96 of 138 |
| National rank | #13983 of 15,369 | #14514 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 166 | 167 |
| Enrollment | 166 | 167 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 15% |
| city | Belen | Las Vegas |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.7 vs 15.4).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 15%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 100%).
- •Memorial Middle is the larger school with 167 students compared with 166.
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 Memorial Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (18.7 vs 15.4 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 Memorial Middle?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Belen and Las Vegas in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 166. Memorial Middle: 167. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Memorial Middle rank in New Mexico?
Central Elementary is 74th of 138 and Memorial Middle is 96th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).