Ernest Stapleton Elementary vs Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
798 students
Lincoln Middle
Rio Rancho · Public middle · Grades 6–8
805 students
| Measure | Ernest Stapleton Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Lincoln Middle Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 416 | #121 of 138 |
| National rank | #46471 of 50,301 | #14848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 798 | 805 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 805 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest Stapleton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 12.6).
- •Ernest Stapleton Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 21.8).
- •Lincoln Middle is the larger school with 805 students compared with 798.
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 Ernest Stapleton Elementary better than Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest Stapleton Elementary ranks higher (17.2 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 Ernest Stapleton Elementary and Lincoln Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary: 798. Lincoln Middle: 805. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest Stapleton Elementary and Lincoln Middle rank in New Mexico?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary is 292nd of 416 and Lincoln Middle is 121st of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).