John Baker Elementary vs Matheson Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Baker Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
Matheson Park Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
159 students
| Measure | John Baker Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Matheson Park Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #95 of 416 | #311 of 416 |
| National rank | #35857 of 50,301 | #47138 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 404 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 17% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Baker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 16.0).
- •John Baker Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 17%).
- •John Baker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •John Baker Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 100%).
- •Matheson Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 13.0).
- •John Baker Elementary is the larger school with 404 students compared with 159.
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 John Baker Elementary better than Matheson Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Baker Elementary ranks higher (34.1 vs 16.0 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 John Baker Elementary and Matheson Park Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Baker Elementary: 404. Matheson Park Elementary: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Baker Elementary and Matheson Park Elementary rank in New Mexico?
John Baker Elementary is 95th of 416 and Matheson Park Elementary is 311th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).