La Plata Middle vs Pojoaque Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 401 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Plata Middle
Silver City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
259 students
Pojoaque Middle
Santa Fe · Public middle · Grades 7–8
263 students
| Measure | La Plata Middle Silver City, New Mexico | Pojoaque Middle Santa Fe, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 138 | #135 of 138 |
| National rank | #13233 of 15,369 | #15129 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 259 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 13% |
| city | Silver City | Santa Fe |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Plata Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 9.6).
- •La Plata Middle does better on math proficiency (24% vs 13%).
- •La Plata Middle does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •La Plata Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 100%).
- •La Plata Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 20.2).
- •Pojoaque Middle is the larger school with 263 students compared with 259.
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 La Plata Middle better than Pojoaque Middle?
On the Success Index (US), La Plata Middle ranks higher (23.0 vs 9.6 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 La Plata Middle and Pojoaque Middle?
About 401 km in a straight line, between Silver City and Santa Fe in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Plata Middle: 259. Pojoaque Middle: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Plata Middle and Pojoaque Middle rank in New Mexico?
La Plata Middle is 48th of 138 and Pojoaque Middle is 135th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).