Benson Primary School vs Val Vista Lakes Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson Primary School
Benson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
507 students
Val Vista Lakes Elementary School
Gilbert · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
506 students
| Measure | Benson Primary School Benson, Arizona | Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Gilbert, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 1,136 | #270 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #20571 of 50,301 | #15018 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 507 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 507 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 55% |
| city | Benson | Gilbert |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Val Vista Lakes Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 56.5).
- •Benson Primary School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 55%).
- •Val Vista Lakes Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 55%).
- •Val Vista Lakes Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 18.8).
- •Benson Primary School is the larger school with 507 students compared with 506.
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 Benson Primary School better than Val Vista Lakes Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Val Vista Lakes Elementary School ranks higher (64.7 vs 56.5 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 Benson Primary School and Val Vista Lakes Elementary School?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Benson and Gilbert in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson Primary School: 507. Val Vista Lakes Elementary School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson Primary School and Val Vista Lakes Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Benson Primary School is 367th of 1,136 and Val Vista Lakes Elementary School is 270th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).