Eagle Ridge Middle vs Mesa Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 319 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eagle Ridge Middle
Rio Rancho · Public middle · Grades 6–8
732 students
Mesa Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
728 students
| Measure | Eagle Ridge Middle Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Mesa Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #82 of 138 | #120 of 138 |
| National rank | #14232 of 15,369 | #14841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 732 | 728 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 728 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 10% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eagle Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 12.7).
- •Eagle Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 10%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 24.5%).
- •Eagle Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.8).
- •Eagle Ridge Middle is the larger school with 732 students compared with 728.
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 Eagle Ridge Middle better than Mesa Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Eagle Ridge Middle ranks higher (17.2 vs 12.7 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 Eagle Ridge Middle and Mesa Middle?
About 319 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eagle Ridge Middle: 732. Mesa Middle: 728. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eagle Ridge Middle and Mesa Middle rank in New Mexico?
Eagle Ridge Middle is 82nd of 138 and Mesa Middle is 120th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).