Mitchell Elementary vs Sombra del Monte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mitchell Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
233 students
Sombra del Monte Elementary
Albuquerque · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
202 students
| Measure | Mitchell Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico | Sombra del Monte Elementary Albuquerque, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #273 of 416 | #198 of 416 |
| National rank | #45924 of 50,301 | #42850 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 233 | 202 |
| Enrollment | 233 | 202 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| city | Albuquerque | Albuquerque |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sombra del Monte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 18.3).
- •Sombra del Monte Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Sombra del Monte Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Mitchell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 100%).
- •Sombra del Monte Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 11.7).
- •Mitchell Elementary is the larger school with 233 students compared with 202.
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 Mitchell Elementary better than Sombra del Monte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sombra del Monte Elementary ranks higher (23.2 vs 18.3 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 Mitchell Elementary and Sombra del Monte Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Albuquerque and Albuquerque in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mitchell Elementary: 233. Sombra del Monte Elementary: 202. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mitchell Elementary and Sombra del Monte Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Mitchell Elementary is 273rd of 416 and Sombra del Monte Elementary is 198th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).