Judy Nelson Elementary vs Kirtland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.6 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 Middle
Kirtland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
372 students
| Measure | Judy Nelson Elementary Kirtland, New Mexico | Kirtland Middle Kirtland, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #144 of 416 | #39 of 138 |
| National rank | #39970 of 50,301 | #12968 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 486 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 13% |
| city | Kirtland | Kirtland |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Judy Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 24.4).
- •Judy Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 13%).
- •Kirtland Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Kirtland Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.5).
- •Judy Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 486 students compared with 372.
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 Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Judy Nelson Elementary ranks higher (27.7 vs 24.4 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 Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Kirtland and Kirtland in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Judy Nelson Elementary: 486. Kirtland Middle: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Judy Nelson Elementary and Kirtland Middle rank in New Mexico?
Judy Nelson Elementary is 144th of 416 and Kirtland Middle is 39th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).