Mountain View Middle vs Vista Grande Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mountain View Middle
Rio Rancho · Public middle · Grades 6–8
931 students
Vista Grande Elementary
Rio Rancho · Public elementary · Grades K–5
786 students
| Measure | Mountain View Middle Rio Rancho, New Mexico | Vista Grande Elementary Rio Rancho, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 138 | #59 of 416 |
| National rank | #15304 of 15,369 | #30125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 931 | 786 |
| Enrollment | 931 | 786 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Rio Rancho | Rio Rancho |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vista Grande Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 5.5).
- •Mountain View Middle does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.1).
- •Mountain View Middle is the larger school with 931 students compared with 786.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain View Middle better than Vista Grande Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vista Grande Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 5.5 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 Mountain View Middle and Vista Grande Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Rio Rancho and Rio Rancho in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mountain View Middle: 931. Vista Grande Elementary: 786. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mountain View Middle and Vista Grande Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Mountain View Middle is 138th of 138 and Vista Grande Elementary is 59th of 416 among middle schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).