Alta Vista Elementary School vs Cortez High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 204 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Vista Elementary School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades K–6
531 students
Cortez High School
Phoenix · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,132 students
| Measure | Alta Vista Elementary School Phoenix, Arizona | Cortez High School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1076 of 1,136 | #173 of 286 |
| National rank | #49160 of 50,301 | #11297 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 531 | 1,132 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 1,132 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 47% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cortez High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 11.0).
- •Cortez High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 21%).
- •Cortez High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 24%).
- •Alta Vista Elementary School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 21.8).
- •Cortez High School is the larger school with 1,132 students compared with 531.
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 Alta Vista Elementary School better than Cortez High School?
On the Success Index (US), Cortez High School ranks higher (38.6 vs 11.0 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 Alta Vista Elementary School and Cortez High School?
About 204 m in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Vista Elementary School: 531. Cortez High School: 1,132. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Vista Elementary School and Cortez High School rank in Arizona?
Alta Vista Elementary School is 1076th of 1,136 and Cortez High School is 173rd of 286 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).