Lowell Elementary vs South Valley Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowell Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
226 students
South Valley Prep
Albuquerque · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
138 students
| Measure | Lowell Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | South Valley Prep Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #358 of 416 | #41 of 138 |
| National rank | #48138 of 50,301 | #13093 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 226 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 226 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 22% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Valley Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.7 vs 13.9).
- •South Valley Prep does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2.5%).
- •South Valley Prep does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 15.3).
- •Lowell Elementary is the larger school with 226 students compared with 138.
- •Lowell Elementary is a public school while South Valley Prep is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Lowell Elementary better than South Valley Prep?
On the Success Index (US), South Valley Prep ranks higher (23.7 vs 13.9 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 Lowell Elementary and South Valley Prep?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell Elementary: 226. South Valley Prep: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell Elementary and South Valley Prep rank in New Mexico?
Lowell Elementary is 358th of 416 and South Valley Prep is 41st of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).