Penasco High vs Penasco Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Mexico, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Penasco High
Penasco · Public high · Grades 9–12
75 students
Penasco Middle
Penasco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
74 students
| Measure | Penasco High Penasco, New Mexico | Penasco Middle Penasco, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #55 of 156 | #33 of 138 |
| National rank | #14060 of 16,910 | #12718 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 75 | 74 |
| Enrollment | 75 | 74 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 54.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 5% |
| city | Penasco | Penasco |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.6 vs 25.8).
- •Penasco High does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Penasco Middle does better on reading proficiency (54.5% vs 52%).
- •Penasco High does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 18.5).
- •Penasco High is the larger school with 75 students compared with 74.
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 Penasco High better than Penasco 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 Penasco High and Penasco Middle?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Penasco and Penasco in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Penasco High: 75. Penasco Middle: 74. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Penasco High and Penasco Middle rank in New Mexico?
Penasco High is 55th of 156 and Penasco Middle is 33rd of 138 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).