Macarthur Elementary vs Wherry Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macarthur Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
241 students
Wherry Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
240 students
| Measure | Macarthur Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Wherry Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 416 | #383 of 416 |
| National rank | #40398 of 50,301 | #48703 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 241 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 241 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 8% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Macarthur Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.0 vs 12.5).
- •Macarthur Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 8%).
- •Macarthur Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •Macarthur Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.0).
- •Macarthur Elementary is the larger school with 241 students compared with 240.
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 Macarthur Elementary better than Wherry Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Macarthur Elementary ranks higher (27.0 vs 12.5 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 Macarthur Elementary and Wherry Elementary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macarthur Elementary: 241. Wherry Elementary: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macarthur Elementary and Wherry Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Macarthur Elementary is 151st of 416 and Wherry Elementary is 383rd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).