Advance U vs Irene Lopez School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Advance U
Phoenix · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
72 students
Irene Lopez School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
483 students
| Measure | Advance U Phoenix, Arizona | Irene Lopez School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #867 of 1,136 | #761 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #43624 of 50,301 | #40028 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 72 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 72 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 41% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irene Lopez School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 21.9).
- •Irene Lopez School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 24.5%).
- •Irene Lopez School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 24.5%).
- •Advance U does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 19.3).
- •Irene Lopez School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 72.
- •Advance U is a charter school while Irene Lopez School 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 Advance U better than Irene Lopez School?
On the Success Index (US), Irene Lopez School ranks higher (27.6 vs 21.9 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 Advance U and Irene Lopez School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Advance U: 72. Irene Lopez School: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Advance U and Irene Lopez School rank in Arizona?
Advance U is 867th of 1,136 and Irene Lopez School is 761st of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).