Cactus Canyon Junior High vs Show Low Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cactus Canyon Junior High
Apache Junction · Public middle · Grades 6–8
527 students
Show Low Junior High School
Show Low · Public middle · Grades 6–8
527 students
| Measure | Cactus Canyon Junior High Apache Junction, Arizona | Show Low Junior High School Show Low, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #155 of 203 | #121 of 203 |
| National rank | #14300 of 15,369 | #12952 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 527 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| city | Apache Junction | Show Low |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Show Low Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 16.8).
- •Show Low Junior High School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Show Low Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 25%).
- •Show Low Junior High School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 18.8).
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 Cactus Canyon Junior High better than Show Low Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Show Low Junior High School ranks higher (24.5 vs 16.8 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 Cactus Canyon Junior High and Show Low Junior High School?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Apache Junction and Show Low in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cactus Canyon Junior High: 527. Show Low Junior High School: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cactus Canyon Junior High and Show Low Junior High School rank in Arizona?
Cactus Canyon Junior High is 155th of 203 and Show Low Junior High School is 121st of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).