Gil Sanchez Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 396 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gil Sanchez Elementary
Belen · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
316 students
Jefferson Elementary
Hobbs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
316 students
| Measure | Gil Sanchez Elementary Belen, New Mexico | Jefferson Elementary Hobbs, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 416 | #135 of 416 |
| National rank | #28314 of 50,301 | #39264 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 316 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 68.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 22% |
| city | Belen | Hobbs |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gil Sanchez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 28.9).
- •Gil Sanchez Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Gil Sanchez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.7% vs 100%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.4).
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 Gil Sanchez Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gil Sanchez Elementary ranks higher (45.4 vs 28.9 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 Gil Sanchez Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 396 km in a straight line, between Belen and Hobbs in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gil Sanchez Elementary: 316. Jefferson Elementary: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gil Sanchez Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Gil Sanchez Elementary is 50th of 416 and Jefferson Elementary is 135th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).