Desert Ridge Middle vs Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Ridge Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
801 students
Lincoln Middle
Rio Rancho · Public middle · Grades 6–8
805 students
| Measure | Desert Ridge Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Lincoln Middle Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #7 of 138 | #121 of 138 |
| National rank | #6541 of 15,369 | #14848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 801 | 805 |
| Enrollment | 801 | 805 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 24.5% |
| city | Albuquerque | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.1 vs 12.6).
- •Desert Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 24.5%).
- •Desert Ridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 24.5%).
- •Desert Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 21.8).
- •Lincoln Middle is the larger school with 805 students compared with 801.
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 Desert Ridge Middle better than Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Ridge Middle ranks higher (55.1 vs 12.6 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 Desert Ridge Middle and Lincoln Middle?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Ridge Middle: 801. Lincoln Middle: 805. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Ridge Middle and Lincoln Middle rank in New Mexico?
Desert Ridge Middle is 7th of 138 and Lincoln Middle is 121st of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).