Highland High vs Zia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,144 students
Zia Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
236 students
| Measure | Highland High Albuquerque, New Mexico | Zia Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 156 | #138 of 416 |
| National rank | #16224 of 16,910 | #39375 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,144 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 1,144 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 37% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Zia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 13.9).
- •Zia Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 6%).
- •Zia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Highland High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 100%).
- •Zia Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.5).
- •Highland High is the larger school with 1,144 students compared with 236.
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 High better than Zia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Zia Elementary ranks higher (28.8 vs 13.9 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 High and Zia Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High: 1,144. Zia Elementary: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High and Zia Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Highland High is 120th of 156 and Zia Elementary is 138th of 416 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).