Cactus High School vs Canyon Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cactus High School
Glendale · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,036 students
Canyon Elementary School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
297 students
| Measure | Cactus High School Glendale, Arizona | Canyon Elementary School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 286 | #386 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #6605 of 16,910 | #21705 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,036 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 1,036 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 51% |
| city | Glendale | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cactus High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.8 vs 54.9).
- •Cactus High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 51%).
- •Cactus High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Canyon Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 19.5).
- •Cactus High School is the larger school with 1,036 students compared with 297.
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 High School better than Canyon Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Cactus High School ranks higher (56.8 vs 54.9 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 High School and Canyon Elementary School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cactus High School: 1,036. Canyon Elementary School: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cactus High School and Canyon Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Cactus High School is 97th of 286 and Canyon Elementary School is 386th of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).