Dennis Chavez Elementary vs La Merced Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dennis Chavez Elementary
Belen · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
294 students
La Merced Elementary
Belen · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
463 students
| Measure | Dennis Chavez Elementary Belen, New Mexico | La Merced Elementary Belen, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #266 of 416 | #272 of 416 |
| National rank | #45648 of 50,301 | #45922 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 294 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 294 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 29% |
| city | Belen | Belen |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.7 vs 18.3).
- •La Merced Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 17%).
- •Dennis Chavez Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.0).
- •La Merced Elementary is the larger school with 463 students compared with 294.
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 Merced 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 Dennis Chavez Elementary and La Merced Elementary?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Belen and Belen in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dennis Chavez Elementary: 294. La Merced Elementary: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dennis Chavez Elementary and La Merced Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Dennis Chavez Elementary is 266th of 416 and La Merced Elementary is 272nd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).