Bicentennial South School vs Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bicentennial South School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
729 students
Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
728 students
| Measure | Bicentennial South School Glendale, Arizona | Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #934 of 1,136 | #751 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #45632 of 50,301 | #39903 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 729 | 728 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 728 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Glendale | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.8 vs 18.7).
- •Bicentennial South School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 25.1).
- •Bicentennial South School is the larger school with 729 students compared with 728.
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 Bicentennial South School better than Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy ranks higher (27.8 vs 18.7 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 Bicentennial South School and Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Glendale and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bicentennial South School: 729. Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy: 728. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bicentennial South School and Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy rank in Arizona?
Bicentennial South School is 934th of 1,136 and Circle Cross K8 STEM Academy is 751st of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).