Carson Junior High School vs Marana Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 124 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson Junior High School
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 7–9
946 students
Marana Middle School
Marana · Public middle · Grades 7–8
941 students
| Measure | Carson Junior High School Mesa, Arizona | Marana Middle School Marana, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #166 of 203 | #123 of 203 |
| National rank | #14609 of 15,369 | #13089 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–9 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 946 | 941 |
| Enrollment | 946 | 941 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| city | Mesa | Marana |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marana Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.7 vs 14.7).
- •Marana Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Marana Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Marana Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 18.9).
- •Carson Junior High School is the larger school with 946 students compared with 941.
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 Carson Junior High School better than Marana Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Marana Middle School ranks higher (23.7 vs 14.7 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 Carson Junior High School and Marana Middle School?
About 124 km in a straight line, between Mesa and Marana in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Junior High School: 946. Marana Middle School: 941. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Junior High School and Marana Middle School rank in Arizona?
Carson Junior High School is 166th of 203 and Marana Middle School is 123rd of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).