Ernest Stapleton Elementary vs Vista Grande Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 9.5 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
Vista Grande Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
786 students
| Measure | Ernest Stapleton Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Vista Grande Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 416 | #59 of 416 |
| National rank | #46471 of 50,301 | #30125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 798 | 786 |
| Enrollment | 798 | 786 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vista Grande Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 17.2).
- •Ernest Stapleton Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 23.1).
- •Ernest Stapleton Elementary is the larger school with 798 students compared with 786.
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 Vista Grande Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vista Grande Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 17.2 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 Vista Grande Elementary?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary: 798. Vista Grande Elementary: 786. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest Stapleton Elementary and Vista Grande Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Ernest Stapleton Elementary is 292nd of 416 and Vista Grande Elementary is 59th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).