Mesilla Park Elementary vs University Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesilla Park Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
311 students
University Hills Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
363 students
| Measure | Mesilla Park Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico | University Hills Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 416 | #201 of 416 |
| National rank | #40927 of 50,301 | #43044 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 311 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| city | Las Cruces | Las Cruces |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesilla Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 22.9).
- •Mesilla Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Mesilla Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.3).
- •University Hills Elementary is the larger school with 363 students compared with 311.
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 Park Elementary better than University Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mesilla Park Elementary ranks higher (26.2 vs 22.9 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 Mesilla Park Elementary and University Hills Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Las Cruces in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesilla Park Elementary: 311. University Hills Elementary: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesilla Park Elementary and University Hills Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Mesilla Park Elementary is 162nd of 416 and University Hills Elementary is 201st of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).