Combs High School vs Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Combs High School
San Tan Valley · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,182 students
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary
Queen Creek · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
384 students
| Measure | Combs High School San Tan Valley, Arizona | Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary Queen Creek, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 286 | #802 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #13635 of 16,910 | #41586 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,182 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 1,182 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | San Tan Valley | Queen Creek |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Combs High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 25.2).
- •Combs High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 21.9).
- •Combs High School is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 384.
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 Combs High School better than Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Combs High School ranks higher (28.6 vs 25.2 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 Combs High School and Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and Queen Creek in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Combs High School: 1,182. Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Combs High School and Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary rank in Arizona?
Combs High School is 214th of 286 and Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary is 802nd of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).