Academy of Math and Science vs The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix
A head-to-head comparison of two other schools in Arizona, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Math and Science
Tucson · Charter other · Grades K–12
580 students
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix
Phoenix · Charter other · Grades K–12
579 students
| Measure | Academy of Math and Science Tucson, Arizona | The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Other | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 580 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 28% |
| city | Tucson | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Math and Science does better on math proficiency (69% vs 28%).
- •Academy of Math and Science does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 48%).
- •The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.3).
- •Academy of Math and Science is the larger school with 580 students compared with 579.
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 better than The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix?
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 and The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Tucson and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Math and Science: 580. The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Math and Science and The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix rank in Arizona?
Academy of Math and Science is unranked and The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix is unranked among other schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).