Elida High vs Penasco High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 309 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elida High
Elida · Public high · Grades 7–12
73 students
Penasco High
Penasco · Public high · Grades 9–12
75 students
| Measure | Elida High Elida, New Mexico | Penasco High Penasco, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 156 | #55 of 156 |
| National rank | #12907 of 16,910 | #14060 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 73 | 75 |
| Enrollment | 73 | 75 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 5.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | Elida | Penasco |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elida High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 26.6).
- •Elida High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Penasco High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Elida High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 100%).
- •Elida High does better on students per teacher (5.2 vs 15.0).
- •Penasco High is the larger school with 75 students compared with 73.
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 Elida High better than Penasco High?
On the Success Index (US), Elida High ranks higher (31.9 vs 26.6 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 Elida High and Penasco High?
About 309 km in a straight line, between Elida and Penasco in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elida High: 73. Penasco High: 75. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elida High and Penasco High rank in New Mexico?
Elida High is 36th of 156 and Penasco High is 55th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).