American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 vs Combs Traditional Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 857 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12
San Tan Valley · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,084 students
Combs Traditional Academy
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
211 students
| Measure | American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 San Tan Valley, Arizona | Combs Traditional Academy San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #221 of 1,136 |
| National rank | – | #12720 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,084 | 211 |
| Enrollment | 2,084 | 211 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| city | San Tan Valley | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Combs Traditional Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Combs Traditional Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Combs Traditional Academy does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.0).
- •American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 is the larger school with 2,084 students compared with 211.
- •American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 is a charter school while Combs Traditional Academy 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 American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 better than Combs Traditional Academy?
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 American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 and Combs Traditional Academy?
About 857 m in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12: 2,084. Combs Traditional Academy: 211. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 and Combs Traditional Academy rank in Arizona?
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 is unranked and Combs Traditional Academy is 221st of 1,136 among other schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).