Highland Middle School vs Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 432 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Hobbs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
808 students
Lincoln Middle
Rio Rancho · Public middle · Grades 6–8
805 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Hobbs, New Mexico | Lincoln Middle Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 138 | #121 of 138 |
| National rank | #13939 of 15,369 | #14848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 808 | 805 |
| Enrollment | 808 | 805 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.6% | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 24.5% |
| city | Hobbs | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.0 vs 12.6).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 13%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 24.5%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 21.8).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 808 students compared with 805.
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 Middle School better than Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (19.0 vs 12.6 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 Middle School and Lincoln Middle?
About 432 km in a straight line, between Hobbs and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 808. Lincoln Middle: 805. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Lincoln Middle rank in New Mexico?
Highland Middle School is 70th of 138 and Lincoln Middle is 121st of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).