Jefferson Elementary vs Lea Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Lovington · Public elementary · Grades 3–3
228 students
Lea Elementary
Lovington · Public elementary · Grades 1–1
231 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Lovington, New Mexico | Lea Elementary Lovington, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 416 | #267 of 416 |
| National rank | #48382 of 50,301 | #45798 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–3 | Grades 1–1 |
| Students | 228 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 228 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Lovington | Lovington |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lea Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 13.3).
- •Lea Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.5).
- •Lea Elementary is the larger school with 231 students compared with 228.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Lea Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lea Elementary ranks higher (18.5 vs 13.3 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 Jefferson Elementary and Lea Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lovington and Lovington in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 228. Lea Elementary: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Lea Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Jefferson Elementary is 367th of 416 and Lea Elementary is 267th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).