Dennis Chavez Elementary vs Riverside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 373 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
Riverside Elementary
Sunland Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
550 students
| Measure | Dennis Chavez Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Riverside Elementary Sunland Park, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 416 | #132 of 416 |
| National rank | #26593 of 50,301 | #38825 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 550 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 29% |
| city | Albuquerque | Sunland Park |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 29.6).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 29%).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 45%).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.4).
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 Riverside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dennis Chavez Elementary ranks higher (47.8 vs 29.6 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 Dennis Chavez Elementary and Riverside Elementary?
About 373 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Sunland Park in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dennis Chavez Elementary: 550. Riverside Elementary: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dennis Chavez Elementary and Riverside Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Dennis Chavez Elementary is 47th of 416 and Riverside Elementary is 132nd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).