Centerra Mirage STEM Academy vs Desert Star
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centerra Mirage STEM Academy
Goodyear · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
659 students
Desert Star
Goodyear · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
637 students
| Measure | Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Goodyear, Arizona | Desert Star Goodyear, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #480 of 1,136 | #786 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #27529 of 50,301 | #41062 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 659 | 637 |
| Enrollment | 659 | 637 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 38% |
| city | Goodyear | Goodyear |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Centerra Mirage STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 26.0).
- •Centerra Mirage STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Centerra Mirage STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Desert Star does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 26.4).
- •Centerra Mirage STEM Academy is the larger school with 659 students compared with 637.
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 Centerra Mirage STEM Academy better than Desert Star?
On the Success Index (US), Centerra Mirage STEM Academy ranks higher (46.5 vs 26.0 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 Centerra Mirage STEM Academy and Desert Star?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Goodyear and Goodyear in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centerra Mirage STEM Academy: 659. Desert Star: 637. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centerra Mirage STEM Academy and Desert Star rank in Arizona?
Centerra Mirage STEM Academy is 480th of 1,136 and Desert Star is 786th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).