Heights Middle School vs Mesa Verde Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 218 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heights Middle School
Farmington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
660 students
Mesa Verde Elementary
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
445 students
| Measure | Heights Middle School Farmington, New Mexico | Mesa Verde Elementary Farmington, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #12 of 138 | #61 of 416 |
| National rank | #9683 of 15,369 | #31093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 660 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 46% |
| city | Farmington | Farmington |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.6 vs 41.3).
- •Mesa Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 25%).
- •Mesa Verde Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •Mesa Verde Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.9).
- •Heights Middle School is the larger school with 660 students compared with 445.
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 Heights Middle School better than Mesa Verde 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 Heights Middle School and Mesa Verde Elementary?
About 218 m in a straight line, between Farmington and Farmington in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heights Middle School: 660. Mesa Verde Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heights Middle School and Mesa Verde Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Heights Middle School is 12th of 138 and Mesa Verde Elementary is 61st of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).