American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 vs Meridian
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6
Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
403 students
Meridian
Mesa · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
850 students
| Measure | American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 Mesa, Arizona | Meridian Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 1,136 | #297 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #5706 of 50,301 | #16534 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 403 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 403 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 55% |
| city | Mesa | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.7 vs 62.4).
- •American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 does better on math proficiency (70% vs 55%).
- •American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 62%).
- •American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.5).
- •Meridian is the larger school with 850 students compared with 403.
- •American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 is a charter school while Meridian 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 Mesa K-6 better than Meridian?
On the Success Index (US), American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 ranks higher (78.7 vs 62.4 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 American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 and Meridian?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Mesa and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6: 403. Meridian: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 and Meridian rank in Arizona?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 is 74th of 1,136 and Meridian is 297th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).