Mandela International Magnet (Mims) vs Nm School for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Santa Fe · Public high · Grades 7–12
290 students
Nm School for the Arts
Santa Fe · Charter high · Grades 9–12
338 students
| Measure | Mandela International Magnet (Mims) Santa Fe, New Mexico | Nm School for the Arts Santa Fe, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #7 of 156 | #6 of 156 |
| National rank | #3850 of 16,910 | #3787 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 290 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| city | Santa Fe | Santa Fe |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (67.9 vs 68.1).
- •Mandela International Magnet (Mims) does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Nm School for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Mandela International Magnet (Mims) does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.7).
- •Nm School for the Arts is the larger school with 338 students compared with 290.
- •Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is a public school while Nm School for the Arts 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 Mandela International Magnet (Mims) better than Nm School for the Arts?
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 Mandela International Magnet (Mims) and Nm School for the Arts?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Santa Fe and Santa Fe in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims): 290. Nm School for the Arts: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mandela International Magnet (Mims) and Nm School for the Arts rank in New Mexico?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 7th of 156 and Nm School for the Arts is 6th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).