Connolly Middle School vs Desert Ridge Jr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Connolly Middle School
Tempe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
923 students
Desert Ridge Jr. High
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 7–8
925 students
| Measure | Connolly Middle School Tempe, Arizona | Desert Ridge Jr. High Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 203 | #71 of 203 |
| National rank | #10919 of 15,369 | #9294 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 923 | 925 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 925 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 38% |
| city | Tempe | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Ridge Jr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.4 vs 34.7).
- •Desert Ridge Jr. High does better on math proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Desert Ridge Jr. High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Connolly Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 19.7).
- •Desert Ridge Jr. High is the larger school with 925 students compared with 923.
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 Connolly Middle School better than Desert Ridge Jr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Ridge Jr. High ranks higher (42.4 vs 34.7 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 Connolly Middle School and Desert Ridge Jr. High?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Tempe and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Connolly Middle School: 923. Desert Ridge Jr. High: 925. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Connolly Middle School and Desert Ridge Jr. High rank in Arizona?
Connolly Middle School is 83rd of 203 and Desert Ridge Jr. High is 71st of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).