James Monroe Middle vs Ventana Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Monroe Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
630 students
Ventana Ranch Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
| Measure | James Monroe Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Ventana Ranch Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 138 | #116 of 416 |
| National rank | #13797 of 15,369 | #37312 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 630 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 44% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 19.9).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 21%).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 26%).
- •James Monroe Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 100%).
- •James Monroe Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.7).
- •James Monroe Middle is the larger school with 630 students compared with 573.
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 James Monroe Middle better than Ventana Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ventana Ranch Elementary ranks higher (31.9 vs 19.9 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 James Monroe Middle and Ventana Ranch Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Middle: 630. Ventana Ranch Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Middle and Ventana Ranch Elementary rank in New Mexico?
James Monroe Middle is 63rd of 138 and Ventana Ranch Elementary is 116th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).