Camelback High School vs Desert Edge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camelback High School
Phoenix · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
Desert Edge High School
Goodyear · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
| Measure | Camelback High School Phoenix, Arizona | Desert Edge High School Goodyear, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #249 of 286 | #162 of 286 |
| National rank | #15106 of 16,910 | #10678 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,106 | 2,106 |
| Enrollment | 2,106 | 2,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 57% |
| city | Phoenix | Goodyear |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Edge High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.1 vs 21.0).
- •Desert Edge High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 28%).
- •Desert Edge High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Camelback High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.9).
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 Camelback High School better than Desert Edge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Edge High School ranks higher (41.1 vs 21.0 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 Camelback High School and Desert Edge High School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Goodyear in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camelback High School: 2,106. Desert Edge High School: 2,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camelback High School and Desert Edge High School rank in Arizona?
Camelback High School is 249th of 286 and Desert Edge High School is 162nd of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).