Chaparral Elementary vs Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
523 students
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Albuquerque · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
534 students
| Measure | Chaparral Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Christine Duncan Heritage Academy Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 416 | #265 of 416 |
| National rank | #44008 of 50,301 | #45642 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 523 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 523 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 9% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 7% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chaparral Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 18.7).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 7%).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 9%).
- •Christine Duncan Heritage Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 99.4%).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 14.1).
- •Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is the larger school with 534 students compared with 523.
- •Chaparral Elementary is a public school while Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Chaparral Elementary better than Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Chaparral Elementary ranks higher (21.3 vs 18.7 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 Chaparral Elementary and Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral Elementary: 523. Christine Duncan Heritage Academy: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral Elementary and Christine Duncan Heritage Academy rank in New Mexico?
Chaparral Elementary is 225th of 416 and Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is 265th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).