Arroyo Elementary School vs Desert Palms Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Elementary School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
504 students
Desert Palms Elementary School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
373 students
| Measure | Arroyo Elementary School Glendale, Arizona | Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #726 of 1,136 | #703 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #39173 of 50,301 | #38317 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 504 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 29% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Palms Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.3 vs 29.0).
- •Arroyo Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •Desert Palms Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 34%).
- •Desert Palms Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.8).
- •Arroyo Elementary School is the larger school with 504 students compared with 373.
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 Arroyo Elementary School better than Desert Palms Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Palms Elementary School ranks higher (30.3 vs 29.0 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 Arroyo Elementary School and Desert Palms Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Elementary School: 504. Desert Palms Elementary School: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Elementary School and Desert Palms Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Arroyo Elementary School is 726th of 1,136 and Desert Palms Elementary School is 703rd of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).