Columbia Elementary vs East Picacho Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
182 students
East Picacho Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
460 students
| Measure | Columbia Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico | East Picacho Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #282 of 416 | #271 of 416 |
| National rank | #46266 of 50,301 | #45844 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 182 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 182 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 7.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 20% |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.6 vs 18.4).
- •East Picacho Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 16%).
- •East Picacho Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 25%).
- •Columbia Elementary does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 12.4).
- •East Picacho Elementary is the larger school with 460 students compared with 182.
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 Columbia Elementary better than East Picacho Elementary?
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 Columbia Elementary and East Picacho Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Elementary: 182. East Picacho Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Elementary and East Picacho Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Columbia Elementary is 282nd of 416 and East Picacho Elementary is 271st of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).