Los Padillas Elementary vs Polk Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Los Padillas Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
202 students
Polk Middle
Albuquerque · Public middle · Grades 6–8
222 students
| Measure | Los Padillas Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Polk Middle Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #321 of 416 | #95 of 138 |
| National rank | #47395 of 50,301 | #14465 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 202 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 202 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 6% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.5 vs 15.8).
- •Los Padillas Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 6%).
- •Los Padillas Elementary does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Polk Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.4% vs 100%).
- •Los Padillas Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.3).
- •Polk Middle is the larger school with 222 students compared with 202.
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 Padillas Elementary better than Polk 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 Padillas Elementary and Polk Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Los Padillas Elementary: 202. Polk Middle: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Los Padillas Elementary and Polk Middle rank in New Mexico?
Los Padillas Elementary is 321st of 416 and Polk Middle is 95th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).