Los Lunas Middle vs Mesa Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 267 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Los Lunas Middle
Los Lunas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
719 students
Mesa Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
728 students
| Measure | Los Lunas Middle Los Lunas, New Mexico | Mesa Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 138 | #120 of 138 |
| National rank | #14885 of 15,369 | #14841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 719 | 728 |
| Enrollment | 719 | 728 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 10% |
| city | Los Lunas | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.2 vs 12.7).
- •Los Lunas Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 10%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •Los Lunas Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.9% vs 100%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 19.4).
- •Mesa Middle is the larger school with 728 students compared with 719.
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 Los Lunas Middle better than Mesa Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Los Lunas Middle and Mesa Middle?
About 267 km in a straight line, between Los Lunas and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Los Lunas Middle: 719. Mesa Middle: 728. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Los Lunas Middle and Mesa Middle rank in New Mexico?
Los Lunas Middle is 122nd of 138 and Mesa Middle is 120th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).