Borton Primary Magnet School vs Highland Free School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Borton Primary Magnet School
Tucson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
268 students
Highland Free School
Tucson · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
31 students
| Measure | Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson, Arizona | Highland Free School Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 1,136 | – |
| National rank | #21420 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 268 | 31 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 31 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 69.5% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 49.5% |
| city | Tucson | Tucson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Free School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.9 vs 55.3).
- •Highland Free School does better on math proficiency (49.5% vs 43%).
- •Highland Free School does better on reading proficiency (69.5% vs 48%).
- •Borton Primary Magnet School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.3).
- •Borton Primary Magnet School is the larger school with 268 students compared with 31.
- •Borton Primary Magnet School is a public school while Highland Free School is a charter 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 Borton Primary Magnet School better than Highland Free School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Free School ranks higher (65.9 vs 55.3 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 Borton Primary Magnet School and Highland Free School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Tucson and Tucson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Borton Primary Magnet School: 268. Highland Free School: 31. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Borton Primary Magnet School and Highland Free School rank in Arizona?
Borton Primary Magnet School is 382nd of 1,136 and Highland Free School is unranked among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).