Gadsden Elementary vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 341 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gadsden Elementary
Sunland Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
379 students
Monte Vista Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
379 students
| Measure | Gadsden Elementary Sunland Park, New Mexico | Monte Vista Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 416 | #124 of 416 |
| National rank | #37873 of 50,301 | #38027 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 379 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| city | Sunland Park | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.0 vs 30.8).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Gadsden Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.7% vs 100%).
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 Gadsden Elementary better than Monte Vista Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gadsden Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Sunland Park and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gadsden Elementary: 379. Monte Vista Elementary: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gadsden Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Gadsden Elementary is 122nd of 416 and Monte Vista Elementary is 124th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).