Central Elementary vs Snell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Santa Clara · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
133 students
Snell Middle
Bayard · Public middle · Grades 6–8
201 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Santa Clara, New Mexico | Snell Middle Bayard, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 416 | #66 of 138 |
| National rank | #44328 of 50,301 | #13868 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 133 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 133 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Santa Clara | Bayard |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.8 vs 19.5).
- •Snell Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 18.3).
- •Snell Middle is the larger school with 201 students compared with 133.
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 Snell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (20.8 vs 19.5 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 Snell Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Santa Clara and Bayard in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 133. Snell Middle: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Snell Middle rank in New Mexico?
Central Elementary is 230th of 416 and Snell Middle is 66th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).