Pinon Elementary vs Sierra Vista Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 255 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pinon Elementary
Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
513 students
Sierra Vista Primary
Ruidoso · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
514 students
| Measure | Pinon Elementary Santa Fe, New Mexico | Sierra Vista Primary Ruidoso, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #88 of 416 | #89 of 416 |
| National rank | #35055 of 50,301 | #35165 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 513 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 43% | – |
| city | Santa Fe | Ruidoso |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.4 vs 35.2).
- •Sierra Vista Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.3% vs 100%).
- •Sierra Vista Primary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.5).
- •Sierra Vista Primary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 513.
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 Pinon Elementary better than Sierra Vista Primary?
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 Pinon Elementary and Sierra Vista Primary?
About 255 km in a straight line, between Santa Fe and Ruidoso in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pinon Elementary: 513. Sierra Vista Primary: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pinon Elementary and Sierra Vista Primary rank in New Mexico?
Pinon Elementary is 88th of 416 and Sierra Vista Primary is 89th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).