Dexter Middle vs Memorial Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 278 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter Middle
Dexter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
178 students
Memorial Middle
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
167 students
| Measure | Dexter Middle Dexter, New Mexico | Memorial Middle Las Vegas, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 138 | #96 of 138 |
| National rank | #14683 of 15,369 | #14514 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 178 | 167 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 167 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 15% |
| city | Dexter | Las Vegas |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Memorial Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.4 vs 14.1).
- •Dexter Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 15%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.7).
- •Dexter Middle is the larger school with 178 students compared with 167.
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 Dexter Middle better than Memorial Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Memorial Middle ranks higher (15.4 vs 14.1 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 Dexter Middle and Memorial Middle?
About 278 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Las Vegas in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter Middle: 178. Memorial Middle: 167. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter Middle and Memorial Middle rank in New Mexico?
Dexter Middle is 109th of 138 and Memorial Middle is 96th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).