Mesa Middle vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 701 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesa Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
728 students
Monte Vista Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
706 students
| Measure | Mesa Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico | Monte Vista Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 138 | #110 of 416 |
| National rank | #14841 of 15,369 | #36816 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 728 | 706 |
| Enrollment | 728 | 706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 35% |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monte Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.7 vs 12.7).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 10%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 30%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.8).
- •Mesa Middle is the larger school with 728 students compared with 706.
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 Mesa Middle better than Monte Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monte Vista Elementary ranks higher (32.7 vs 12.7 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 Mesa Middle and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 701 m in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesa Middle: 728. Monte Vista Elementary: 706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesa Middle and Monte Vista Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Mesa Middle is 120th of 138 and Monte Vista Elementary is 110th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).