Cochiti Elementary vs Garfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cochiti Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
247 students
Garfield Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
282 students
| Measure | Cochiti Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Garfield Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #319 of 416 | #99 of 138 |
| National rank | #47343 of 50,301 | #14597 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 247 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 8% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.6 vs 14.8).
- •Cochiti Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Cochiti Elementary does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Garfield Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.6%).
- •Cochiti Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.8).
- •Garfield Middle is the larger school with 282 students compared with 247.
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 Cochiti Elementary better than Garfield Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cochiti Elementary and Garfield Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cochiti Elementary: 247. Garfield Middle: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cochiti Elementary and Garfield Middle rank in New Mexico?
Cochiti Elementary is 319th of 416 and Garfield Middle is 99th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).