Cielo Azul Elementary vs Nina Otero Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 69 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
Nina Otero Community School
Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
629 students
| Measure | Cielo Azul Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Nina Otero Community School Santa Fe, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #384 of 416 | #393 of 416 |
| National rank | #48714 of 50,301 | #49132 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 640 | 629 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 7% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Santa Fe |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cielo Azul Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.4 vs 11.2).
- •Cielo Azul Elementary does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 7%).
- •Cielo Azul Elementary does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 13%).
- •Nina Otero Community School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.8).
- •Cielo Azul Elementary is the larger school with 640 students compared with 629.
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 Nina Otero Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Cielo Azul Elementary ranks higher (12.4 vs 11.2 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 Nina Otero Community School?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Santa Fe in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cielo Azul Elementary: 640. Nina Otero Community School: 629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cielo Azul Elementary and Nina Otero Community School rank in New Mexico?
Cielo Azul Elementary is 384th of 416 and Nina Otero Community School is 393rd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).