Martin King JR Elementary vs Ventana Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Martin King JR Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
569 students
Ventana Ranch Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
| Measure | Martin King JR Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Ventana Ranch Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #396 of 416 | #116 of 416 |
| National rank | #49209 of 50,301 | #37312 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 569 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 569 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 44% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 10.9).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 24.5%).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 24.5%).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.4).
- •Ventana Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 573 students compared with 569.
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 Martin King JR Elementary better than Ventana Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ventana Ranch Elementary ranks higher (31.9 vs 10.9 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 Martin King JR Elementary and Ventana Ranch Elementary?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Martin King JR Elementary: 569. Ventana Ranch Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Martin King JR Elementary and Ventana Ranch Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Martin King JR Elementary is 396th of 416 and Ventana Ranch Elementary is 116th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).