Candeo North Scottsdale vs Desert Sun Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Candeo North Scottsdale
Scottsdale · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
70 students
Desert Sun Academy
Scottsdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
191 students
| Measure | Candeo North Scottsdale Scottsdale, Arizona | Desert Sun Academy Scottsdale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #310 of 1,136 | #205 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #17045 of 50,301 | #12054 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 70 | 191 |
| Enrollment | 70 | 191 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 4.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 60% |
| city | Scottsdale | Scottsdale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Sun Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.9 vs 61.6).
- •Candeo North Scottsdale does better on students per teacher (4.7 vs 13.6).
- •Desert Sun Academy is the larger school with 191 students compared with 70.
- •Candeo North Scottsdale is a charter school while Desert Sun Academy is a public 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 Candeo North Scottsdale better than Desert Sun Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Sun Academy ranks higher (68.9 vs 61.6 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 Candeo North Scottsdale and Desert Sun Academy?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Scottsdale and Scottsdale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Candeo North Scottsdale: 70. Desert Sun Academy: 191. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Candeo North Scottsdale and Desert Sun Academy rank in Arizona?
Candeo North Scottsdale is 310th of 1,136 and Desert Sun Academy is 205th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).