Combs Traditional Academy vs Marion Donaldson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 111 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Combs Traditional Academy
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
211 students
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
Tucson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
212 students
| Measure | Combs Traditional Academy San Tan Valley, Arizona | Marion Donaldson Elementary School Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #221 of 1,136 | #477 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #12720 of 50,301 | #27403 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 211 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 211 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | San Tan Valley | Tucson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Combs Traditional Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 46.7).
- •Combs Traditional Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Combs Traditional Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Marion Donaldson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 13.2).
- •Marion Donaldson Elementary School is the larger school with 212 students compared with 211.
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 Traditional Academy better than Marion Donaldson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Combs Traditional Academy ranks higher (68.0 vs 46.7 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 Combs Traditional Academy and Marion Donaldson Elementary School?
About 111 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and Tucson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Combs Traditional Academy: 211. Marion Donaldson Elementary School: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Combs Traditional Academy and Marion Donaldson Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Combs Traditional Academy is 221st of 1,136 and Marion Donaldson Elementary School is 477th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).