Central Elementary vs Tatum Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 454 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
Tatum Elementary
Tatum · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
128 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Santa Clara, New Mexico | Tatum Elementary Tatum, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 416 | #94 of 416 |
| National rank | #44328 of 50,301 | #35745 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 133 | 128 |
| Enrollment | 133 | 128 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 50.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Santa Clara | Tatum |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tatum Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 20.8).
- •Tatum Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Tatum Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 100%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.2).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 133 students compared with 128.
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 Tatum Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tatum Elementary ranks higher (34.3 vs 20.8 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 Tatum Elementary?
About 454 km in a straight line, between Santa Clara and Tatum in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 133. Tatum Elementary: 128. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Tatum Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Central Elementary is 230th of 416 and Tatum Elementary is 94th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).