Monte Vista Elementary vs Sandia Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 324 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monte Vista Elementary
Las Cruces · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
706 students
Sandia Vista Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
713 students
| Measure | Monte Vista Elementary Las Cruces, New Mexico | Sandia Vista Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #110 of 416 | #377 of 416 |
| National rank | #36816 of 50,301 | #48545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 706 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 706 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Las Cruces | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monte Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.7 vs 12.9).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 20.4).
- •Sandia Vista Elementary is the larger school with 713 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 Monte Vista Elementary better than Sandia Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monte Vista Elementary ranks higher (32.7 vs 12.9 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 Monte Vista Elementary and Sandia Vista Elementary?
About 324 km in a straight line, between Las Cruces and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monte Vista Elementary: 706. Sandia Vista Elementary: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monte Vista Elementary and Sandia Vista Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Monte Vista Elementary is 110th of 416 and Sandia Vista Elementary is 377th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).