Hermosa Elementary vs Mesilla Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hermosa Elementary
Artesia · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
311 students
Mesilla Park Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
311 students
| Measure | Hermosa Elementary Artesia, New Mexico | Mesilla Park Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 416 | #162 of 416 |
| National rank | #46225 of 50,301 | #40927 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 311 | 311 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 311 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Artesia | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesilla Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 17.7).
- •Hermosa Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Mesilla Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Mesilla Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 16.4).
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 Hermosa Elementary better than Mesilla Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mesilla Park Elementary ranks higher (26.2 vs 17.7 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 Hermosa Elementary and Mesilla Park Elementary?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Artesia and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hermosa Elementary: 311. Mesilla Park Elementary: 311. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hermosa Elementary and Mesilla Park Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Hermosa Elementary is 281st of 416 and Mesilla Park Elementary is 162nd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).