Jimmy Carter Middle vs Lavaland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jimmy Carter Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
436 students
Lavaland Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
369 students
| Measure | Jimmy Carter Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | Lavaland Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 138 | #329 of 416 |
| National rank | #14649 of 15,369 | #47539 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 436 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 12% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.4 vs 15.2).
- •Lavaland Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 4%).
- •Jimmy Carter Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •Lavaland Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.5).
- •Jimmy Carter Middle is the larger school with 436 students compared with 369.
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 Jimmy Carter Middle better than Lavaland Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jimmy Carter Middle and Lavaland Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jimmy Carter Middle: 436. Lavaland Elementary: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jimmy Carter Middle and Lavaland Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Jimmy Carter Middle is 104th of 138 and Lavaland Elementary is 329th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).