Combs High School vs Mingus Union High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 166 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
Mingus Union High School
Cottonwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,165 students
| Measure | Combs High School San Tan Valley, Arizona | Mingus Union High School Cottonwood, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 286 | #195 of 286 |
| National rank | #13635 of 16,910 | #12456 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,182 | 1,165 |
| Enrollment | 1,182 | 1,165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | San Tan Valley | Cottonwood |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mingus Union High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 28.6).
- •Mingus Union High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Mingus Union High School does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 21.9).
- •Combs High School is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 1,165.
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 Mingus Union High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mingus Union High School ranks higher (33.9 vs 28.6 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 Combs High School and Mingus Union High School?
About 166 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and Cottonwood in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Combs High School: 1,182. Mingus Union High School: 1,165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Combs High School and Mingus Union High School rank in Arizona?
Combs High School is 214th of 286 and Mingus Union High School is 195th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).