Heizer Middle School vs Jefferson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 418 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heizer Middle School
Hobbs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
606 students
Jefferson Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
| Measure | Heizer Middle School Hobbs, New Mexico | Jefferson Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #75 of 138 | #60 of 138 |
| National rank | #13987 of 15,369 | #13754 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 606 | 615 |
| Enrollment | 606 | 615 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 21% |
| city | Hobbs | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 18.7).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 10%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •Heizer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 99.3%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.1).
- •Jefferson Middle is the larger school with 615 students compared with 606.
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 Heizer Middle School better than Jefferson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle ranks higher (20.1 vs 18.7 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 Heizer Middle School and Jefferson Middle?
About 418 km in a straight line, between Hobbs and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heizer Middle School: 606. Jefferson Middle: 615. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heizer Middle School and Jefferson Middle rank in New Mexico?
Heizer Middle School is 75th of 138 and Jefferson Middle is 60th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).