Dennis Chavez Elementary vs La Cueva High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dennis Chavez Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
550 students
La Cueva High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,826 students
| Measure | Dennis Chavez Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | La Cueva High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 416 | #24 of 156 |
| National rank | #26593 of 50,301 | #9109 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 550 | 1,826 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 1,826 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 41% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.8 vs 47.3).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 41%).
- •La Cueva High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 51%).
- •La Cueva High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.0).
- •La Cueva High is the larger school with 1,826 students compared with 550.
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 Dennis Chavez Elementary better than La Cueva High?
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 Dennis Chavez Elementary and La Cueva High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dennis Chavez Elementary: 550. La Cueva High: 1,826. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dennis Chavez Elementary and La Cueva High rank in New Mexico?
Dennis Chavez Elementary is 47th of 416 and La Cueva High is 24th of 156 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).