Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky vs Palm Lane
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky
Phoenix · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,339 students
Palm Lane
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
602 students
| Measure | Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky Phoenix, Arizona | Palm Lane Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #956 of 1,136 | #952 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #46097 of 50,301 | #46020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,339 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 1,339 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.9 vs 18.1).
- •Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Palm Lane does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.3).
- •Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky is the larger school with 1,339 students compared with 602.
- •Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky is a charter school while Palm Lane is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky better than Palm Lane?
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 Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky and Palm Lane?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky: 1,339. Palm Lane: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky and Palm Lane rank in Arizona?
Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky is 956th of 1,136 and Palm Lane is 952nd of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).