Maggie Cordova Elementary School vs Puesta del Sol Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maggie Cordova Elementary School
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
608 students
Puesta del Sol Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
539 students
| Measure | Maggie Cordova Elementary School Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Puesta del Sol Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #232 of 416 | #392 of 416 |
| National rank | #44539 of 50,301 | #49105 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 608 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maggie Cordova Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.5 vs 11.3).
- •Puesta del Sol Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.8% vs 100%).
- •Maggie Cordova Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.6).
- •Maggie Cordova Elementary School is the larger school with 608 students compared with 539.
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 Maggie Cordova Elementary School better than Puesta del Sol Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Maggie Cordova Elementary School ranks higher (20.5 vs 11.3 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 Maggie Cordova Elementary School and Puesta del Sol Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School: 608. Puesta del Sol Elementary: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maggie Cordova Elementary School and Puesta del Sol Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Maggie Cordova Elementary School is 232nd of 416 and Puesta del Sol Elementary is 392nd of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).