Chaparral Elementary vs Salazar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral Elementary
Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades K–6
181 students
Salazar Elementary
Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
282 students
| Measure | Chaparral Elementary Santa Fe, New Mexico | Salazar Elementary Santa Fe, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 416 | #379 of 416 |
| National rank | #47522 of 50,301 | #48574 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 181 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Santa Fe | Santa Fe |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chaparral Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.2 vs 12.8).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Chaparral Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.4).
- •Salazar Elementary is the larger school with 282 students compared with 181.
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 Salazar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chaparral Elementary ranks higher (15.2 vs 12.8 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 Chaparral Elementary and Salazar Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Santa Fe and Santa Fe in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral Elementary: 181. Salazar Elementary: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral Elementary and Salazar Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Chaparral Elementary is 328th of 416 and Salazar Elementary is 379th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).