Alhambra High School vs James W. Rice Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alhambra High School
Phoenix · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,169 students
James W. Rice Elementary School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
686 students
| Measure | Alhambra High School Phoenix, Arizona | James W. Rice Elementary School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #221 of 286 | #876 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #14064 of 16,910 | #43970 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 2,169 | 686 |
| Enrollment | 2,169 | 686 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 31% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alhambra High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 21.4).
- •Alhambra High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 31%).
- •Alhambra High School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •James W. Rice Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 19.9).
- •Alhambra High School is the larger school with 2,169 students compared with 686.
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 Alhambra High School better than James W. Rice Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Alhambra High School ranks higher (26.5 vs 21.4 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 Alhambra High School and James W. Rice Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alhambra High School: 2,169. James W. Rice Elementary School: 686. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alhambra High School and James W. Rice Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Alhambra High School is 221st of 286 and James W. Rice Elementary School is 876th of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).