Copper Basin vs Don Mensendick School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Copper Basin
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
557 students
Don Mensendick School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
558 students
| Measure | Copper Basin San Tan Valley, Arizona | Don Mensendick School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,136 | #1104 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #46051 of 50,301 | #49807 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 557 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 20% |
| city | San Tan Valley | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Copper Basin scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.0 vs 8.5).
- •Copper Basin does better on math proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Copper Basin does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Copper Basin does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 20.7).
- •Don Mensendick School is the larger school with 558 students compared with 557.
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 Copper Basin better than Don Mensendick School?
On the Success Index (US), Copper Basin ranks higher (18.0 vs 8.5 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 Copper Basin and Don Mensendick School?
About 76 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copper Basin: 557. Don Mensendick School: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copper Basin and Don Mensendick School rank in Arizona?
Copper Basin is 953rd of 1,136 and Don Mensendick School is 1104th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).