Alchesay High School vs Payson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 133 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alchesay High School
Whiteriver · Public high · Grades 9–12
742 students
Payson High School
Payson · Public high · Grades 9–12
733 students
| Measure | Alchesay High School Whiteriver, Arizona | Payson High School Payson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #285 of 286 | #181 of 286 |
| National rank | #16772 of 16,910 | #11621 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 742 | 733 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 733 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 44.5% |
| city | Whiteriver | Payson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Payson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 7.1).
- •Payson High School does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 5%).
- •Payson High School does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 15%).
- •Payson High School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.0).
- •Alchesay High School is the larger school with 742 students compared with 733.
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 Alchesay High School better than Payson High School?
On the Success Index (US), Payson High School ranks higher (37.4 vs 7.1 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 Alchesay High School and Payson High School?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Whiteriver and Payson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alchesay High School: 742. Payson High School: 733. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alchesay High School and Payson High School rank in Arizona?
Alchesay High School is 285th of 286 and Payson High School is 181st of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).