Hermosa Middle School vs Ladera del Norte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hermosa Middle School
Farmington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
622 students
Ladera del Norte Elementary
Farmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
504 students
| Measure | Hermosa Middle School Farmington, New Mexico | Ladera del Norte Elementary Farmington, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 138 | #60 of 416 |
| National rank | #13065 of 15,369 | #31085 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 622 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 46% |
| city | Farmington | Farmington |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 23.8).
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 23%).
- •Hermosa Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 43%).
- •Ladera del Norte Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.8).
- •Hermosa Middle School is the larger school with 622 students compared with 504.
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 Middle School better than Ladera del Norte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera del Norte Elementary ranks higher (41.3 vs 23.8 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 Middle School and Ladera del Norte Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Farmington and Farmington in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hermosa Middle School: 622. Ladera del Norte Elementary: 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hermosa Middle School and Ladera del Norte Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Hermosa Middle School is 40th of 138 and Ladera del Norte Elementary is 60th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).