Cartwright School vs San Tan Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 64 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cartwright School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
670 students
San Tan Heights Elementary
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
669 students
| Measure | Cartwright School Phoenix, Arizona | San Tan Heights Elementary San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,136 | #805 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #48792 of 50,301 | #41729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 670 | 669 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 669 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 34% |
| city | Phoenix | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Tan Heights Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.0 vs 12.2).
- •San Tan Heights Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •San Tan Heights Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •San Tan Heights Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.1).
- •Cartwright School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 669.
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 Cartwright School better than San Tan Heights Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), San Tan Heights Elementary ranks higher (25.0 vs 12.2 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 Cartwright School and San Tan Heights Elementary?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cartwright School: 670. San Tan Heights Elementary: 669. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cartwright School and San Tan Heights Elementary rank in Arizona?
Cartwright School is 1060th of 1,136 and San Tan Heights Elementary is 805th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).