Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics vs Thunderbird High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics
Phoenix · Charter high · Grades 6–12
235 students
Thunderbird High School
Phoenix · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,592 students
| Measure | Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics Phoenix, Arizona | Thunderbird High School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #207 of 286 | #84 of 286 |
| National rank | #13451 of 16,910 | #5833 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 235 | 1,592 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 1,592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 76% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thunderbird High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 29.4).
- •Thunderbird High School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 27%).
- •Thunderbird High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 42%).
- •Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 24.1).
- •Thunderbird High School is the larger school with 1,592 students compared with 235.
- •Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics is a charter school while Thunderbird High School 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 Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics better than Thunderbird High School?
On the Success Index (US), Thunderbird High School ranks higher (59.9 vs 29.4 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 Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics and Thunderbird High School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics: 235. Thunderbird High School: 1,592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics and Thunderbird High School rank in Arizona?
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics is 207th of 286 and Thunderbird High School is 84th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).