Helen Cordero Primary vs Jimmy Carter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helen Cordero Primary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
445 students
Jimmy Carter Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
436 students
| Measure | Helen Cordero Primary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Jimmy Carter Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 416 | #104 of 138 |
| National rank | #37798 of 50,301 | #14649 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 445 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 11% |
| Math proficiency | – | 4% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Helen Cordero Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 14.4).
- •Jimmy Carter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Jimmy Carter Middle does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.7).
- •Helen Cordero Primary is the larger school with 445 students compared with 436.
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 Helen Cordero Primary better than Jimmy Carter Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Helen Cordero Primary ranks higher (31.1 vs 14.4 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 Helen Cordero Primary and Jimmy Carter Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helen Cordero Primary: 445. Jimmy Carter Middle: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helen Cordero Primary and Jimmy Carter Middle rank in New Mexico?
Helen Cordero Primary is 121st of 416 and Jimmy Carter Middle is 104th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).