Memorial Middle vs West Las Vegas Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial Middle
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
167 students
West Las Vegas Middle School
Las Vegas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
345 students
| Measure | Memorial Middle Las Vegas, New Mexico | West Las Vegas Middle School Las Vegas, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 138 | #137 of 138 |
| National rank | #14514 of 15,369 | #15260 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 167 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 167 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 8% |
| city | Las Vegas | Las Vegas |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Memorial Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.4 vs 7.3).
- •Memorial Middle does better on math proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 20%).
- •Memorial Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 17.3).
- •West Las Vegas Middle School is the larger school with 345 students compared with 167.
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 Memorial Middle better than West Las Vegas Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Memorial Middle ranks higher (15.4 vs 7.3 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 Memorial Middle and West Las Vegas Middle School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Las Vegas and Las Vegas in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial Middle: 167. West Las Vegas Middle School: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial Middle and West Las Vegas Middle School rank in New Mexico?
Memorial Middle is 96th of 138 and West Las Vegas Middle School is 137th of 138 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).