Joe Harris Elementary vs Tombaugh Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 329 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joe Harris Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
574 students
Tombaugh Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
565 students
| Measure | Joe Harris Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Tombaugh Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 416 | #113 of 416 |
| National rank | #43532 of 50,301 | #37064 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 574 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 574 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tombaugh Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.3 vs 22.1).
- •Tombaugh Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 17.9).
- •Joe Harris Elementary is the larger school with 574 students compared with 565.
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 Joe Harris Elementary better than Tombaugh Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tombaugh Elementary ranks higher (32.3 vs 22.1 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 Joe Harris Elementary and Tombaugh Elementary?
About 329 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joe Harris Elementary: 574. Tombaugh Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joe Harris Elementary and Tombaugh Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Joe Harris Elementary is 214th of 416 and Tombaugh Elementary is 113th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).