Cielo Azul Elementary vs Colinas del Norte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cielo Azul Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
640 students
Colinas del Norte Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
540 students
| Measure | Cielo Azul Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Colinas del Norte Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #384 of 416 | #354 of 416 |
| National rank | #48714 of 50,301 | #48054 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 640 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | – |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Colinas del Norte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.1 vs 12.4).
- •Colinas del Norte Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.8).
- •Cielo Azul Elementary is the larger school with 640 students compared with 540.
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 Cielo Azul Elementary better than Colinas del Norte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Colinas del Norte Elementary ranks higher (14.1 vs 12.4 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 Cielo Azul Elementary and Colinas del Norte Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cielo Azul Elementary: 640. Colinas del Norte Elementary: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cielo Azul Elementary and Colinas del Norte Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Cielo Azul Elementary is 384th of 416 and Colinas del Norte Elementary is 354th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).