Jackson Middle vs McCollum 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.
Jackson Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
380 students
McCollum Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
| Measure | Jackson Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | McCollum Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 138 | #166 of 416 |
| National rank | #14657 of 15,369 | #41146 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 380 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 22% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCollum Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.9 vs 14.3).
- •McCollum Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 8%).
- •McCollum Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •McCollum Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 99.7%).
- •McCollum Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 14.1).
- •Jackson Middle is the larger school with 380 students compared with 302.
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 Jackson Middle better than McCollum Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McCollum Elementary ranks higher (25.9 vs 14.3 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 Jackson Middle and McCollum Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Middle: 380. McCollum Elementary: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Middle and McCollum Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Jackson Middle is 105th of 138 and McCollum Elementary is 166th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).