Highland Elementary vs Mesa Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
704 students
Mesa Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
728 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico | Mesa Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 416 | #120 of 138 |
| National rank | #41757 of 50,301 | #14841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 704 | 728 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 728 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 10% |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 12.7).
- •Highland Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 10%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 30%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.8).
- •Mesa Middle is the larger school with 728 students compared with 704.
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 Highland Elementary better than Mesa Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary ranks higher (24.9 vs 12.7 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 Highland Elementary and Mesa Middle?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 704. Mesa Middle: 728. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and Mesa Middle rank in New Mexico?
Highland Elementary is 179th of 416 and Mesa Middle is 120th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).