Connolly Middle School vs New School for the Arts Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 2.2 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
New School for the Arts Middle School
Tempe · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
75 students
| Measure | Connolly Middle School Tempe, Arizona | New School for the Arts Middle School Tempe, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 203 | #61 of 203 |
| National rank | #10919 of 15,369 | #8081 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 923 | 75 |
| Enrollment | 923 | 75 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| city | Tempe | Tempe |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New School for the Arts Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 34.7).
- •Connolly Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •New School for the Arts Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Connolly Middle School is the larger school with 923 students compared with 75.
- •Connolly Middle School is a public school while New School for the Arts Middle School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 New School for the Arts Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), New School for the Arts Middle School ranks higher (48.0 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 New School for the Arts Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Tempe and Tempe in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Connolly Middle School: 923. New School for the Arts Middle School: 75. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Connolly Middle School and New School for the Arts Middle School rank in Arizona?
Connolly Middle School is 83rd of 203 and New School for the Arts Middle School is 61st of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).