Lydia Rippey Elementary vs Yucca Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 551 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lydia Rippey Elementary
Aztec · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
354 students
Yucca Elementary
Artesia · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
354 students
| Measure | Lydia Rippey Elementary Aztec, New Mexico | Yucca Elementary Artesia, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 416 | #261 of 416 |
| National rank | #39344 of 50,301 | #45569 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 354 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | Aztec | Artesia |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 18.9).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Lydia Rippey Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.6).
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 Lydia Rippey Elementary better than Yucca Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lydia Rippey Elementary ranks higher (28.8 vs 18.9 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 Lydia Rippey Elementary and Yucca Elementary?
About 551 km in a straight line, between Aztec and Artesia in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lydia Rippey Elementary: 354. Yucca Elementary: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lydia Rippey Elementary and Yucca Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Lydia Rippey Elementary is 137th of 416 and Yucca Elementary is 261st of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).