James Monroe Middle vs Volcano Vista High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.2 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
Volcano Vista High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,089 students
| Measure | James Monroe Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Volcano Vista High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 138 | #51 of 156 |
| National rank | #13797 of 15,369 | #13938 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 630 | 2,089 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 2,089 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Volcano Vista High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.2 vs 19.9).
- •Volcano Vista High does better on math proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Volcano Vista High does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 26%).
- •Volcano Vista High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.4%).
- •James Monroe Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.4).
- •Volcano Vista High is the larger school with 2,089 students compared with 630.
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 Volcano Vista High?
On the Success Index (US), Volcano Vista High ranks higher (27.2 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 Volcano Vista High?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Middle: 630. Volcano Vista High: 2,089. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Middle and Volcano Vista High rank in New Mexico?
James Monroe Middle is 63rd of 138 and Volcano Vista High is 51st of 156 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).