Dora Elementary vs Magdalena Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 360 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dora Elementary
Dora · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
126 students
Magdalena Elementary
Magdalena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
128 students
| Measure | Dora Elementary Dora, New Mexico | Magdalena Elementary Magdalena, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 416 | #186 of 416 |
| National rank | #29444 of 50,301 | #42128 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 126 | 128 |
| Enrollment | 126 | 128 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Dora | Magdalena |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dora Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 24.3).
- •Dora Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 100%).
- •Dora Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.8).
- •Magdalena Elementary is the larger school with 128 students compared with 126.
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 Dora Elementary better than Magdalena Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dora Elementary ranks higher (43.7 vs 24.3 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 Dora Elementary and Magdalena Elementary?
About 360 km in a straight line, between Dora and Magdalena in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dora Elementary: 126. Magdalena Elementary: 128. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dora Elementary and Magdalena Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Dora Elementary is 56th of 416 and Magdalena Elementary is 186th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).