Judy Nelson Elementary vs Kirtland Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Judy Nelson Elementary
Kirtland · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
486 students
Kirtland Central High
Kirtland · Public high · Grades 9–12
743 students
| Measure | Judy Nelson Elementary Kirtland, New Mexico | Kirtland Central High Kirtland, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #144 of 416 | #79 of 156 |
| National rank | #39970 of 50,301 | #15508 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 486 | 743 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 743 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 5% |
| city | Kirtland | Kirtland |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Judy Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 18.7).
- •Judy Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 5%).
- •Kirtland Central High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Kirtland Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 100%).
- •Judy Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.5).
- •Kirtland Central High is the larger school with 743 students compared with 486.
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 Judy Nelson Elementary better than Kirtland Central High?
On the Success Index (US), Judy Nelson Elementary ranks higher (27.7 vs 18.7 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 Judy Nelson Elementary and Kirtland Central High?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Kirtland and Kirtland in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Judy Nelson Elementary: 486. Kirtland Central High: 743. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Judy Nelson Elementary and Kirtland Central High rank in New Mexico?
Judy Nelson Elementary is 144th of 416 and Kirtland Central High is 79th of 156 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).