Jimmy Carter Middle vs West Mesa High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.9 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
West Mesa High
Albuquerque · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,565 students
| Measure | Jimmy Carter Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico | West Mesa High Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 138 | #106 of 156 |
| National rank | #14649 of 15,369 | #16044 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 436 | 1,565 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 1,565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 7% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.4 vs 15.1).
- •West Mesa High does better on math proficiency (7% vs 4%).
- •West Mesa High does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 11%).
- •West Mesa High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 99.5%).
- •Jimmy Carter Middle does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 14.2).
- •West Mesa High is the larger school with 1,565 students compared with 436.
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 West Mesa High?
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 West Mesa High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jimmy Carter Middle: 436. West Mesa High: 1,565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jimmy Carter Middle and West Mesa High rank in New Mexico?
Jimmy Carter Middle is 104th of 138 and West Mesa High is 106th of 156 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).