Cactus Shadows High School vs Peoria High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cactus Shadows High School
Scottsdale · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,362 students
Peoria High School
Peoria · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,397 students
| Measure | Cactus Shadows High School Scottsdale, Arizona | Peoria High School Peoria, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 286 | #158 of 286 |
| National rank | #4396 of 16,910 | #10447 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,362 | 1,397 |
| Enrollment | 1,362 | 1,397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 47% |
| city | Scottsdale | Peoria |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cactus Shadows High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 42.1).
- •Cactus Shadows High School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 47%).
- •Cactus Shadows High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 47%).
- •Cactus Shadows High School does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 21.5).
- •Peoria High School is the larger school with 1,397 students compared with 1,362.
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 Shadows High School better than Peoria High School?
On the Success Index (US), Cactus Shadows High School ranks higher (65.5 vs 42.1 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 Shadows High School and Peoria High School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Scottsdale and Peoria in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cactus Shadows High School: 1,362. Peoria High School: 1,397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cactus Shadows High School and Peoria High School rank in Arizona?
Cactus Shadows High School is 58th of 286 and Peoria High School is 158th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).