Mesilla Elementary vs Zia Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesilla Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
324 students
Zia Middle
Las Cruces · Public middle · Grades 6–8
616 students
| Measure | Mesilla Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico | Zia Middle Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 416 | #79 of 138 |
| National rank | #45534 of 50,301 | #14064 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 324 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.9 vs 18.3).
- •Mesilla Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Zia Middle does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Mesilla Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 100.2%).
- •Zia Middle does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.6).
- •Zia Middle is the larger school with 616 students compared with 324.
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 Mesilla Elementary better than Zia Middle?
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 Mesilla Elementary and Zia Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesilla Elementary: 324. Zia Middle: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesilla Elementary and Zia Middle rank in New Mexico?
Mesilla Elementary is 259th of 416 and Zia Middle is 79th of 138 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).