Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain vs Sun Canyon School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain
Tolleson · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
895 students
Sun Canyon School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
563 students
| Measure | Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain Tolleson, Arizona | Sun Canyon School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1050 of 1,136 | #671 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #48584 of 50,301 | #37127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 895 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 895 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 41% |
| city | Tolleson | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sun Canyon School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 12.7).
- •Sun Canyon School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Sun Canyon School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 23.5).
- •Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain is the larger school with 895 students compared with 563.
- •Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain is a charter school while Sun Canyon 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 Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain better than Sun Canyon School?
On the Success Index (US), Sun Canyon School ranks higher (32.2 vs 12.7 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 Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain and Sun Canyon School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Tolleson and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain: 895. Sun Canyon School: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain and Sun Canyon School rank in Arizona?
Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain is 1050th of 1,136 and Sun Canyon School is 671st of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).