Sierra Vista Primary vs White Mountain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Mexico, United States, 212 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sierra Vista Primary
Ruidoso · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
514 students
White Mountain Elementary
Ruidoso · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
374 students
| Measure | Sierra Vista Primary Ruidoso, New Mexico | White Mountain Elementary Ruidoso, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #89 of 416 | #260 of 416 |
| National rank | #35165 of 50,301 | #45567 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 514 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 29% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Ruidoso | Ruidoso |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 18.9).
- •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 14.4).
- •Sierra Vista Primary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 374.
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 Sierra Vista Primary better than White Mountain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Primary ranks higher (35.2 vs 18.9 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 Sierra Vista Primary and White Mountain Elementary?
About 212 m in a straight line, between Ruidoso and Ruidoso in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sierra Vista Primary: 514. White Mountain Elementary: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sierra Vista Primary and White Mountain Elementary rank in New Mexico?
Sierra Vista Primary is 89th of 416 and White Mountain Elementary is 260th of 416 among elementary schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).