Copper Basin vs Poston Butte High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 4.2 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
Poston Butte High School
San Tan Valley · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,310 students
| Measure | Copper Basin San Tan Valley, Arizona | Poston Butte High School San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,136 | #232 of 286 |
| National rank | #46051 of 50,301 | #14503 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 557 | 1,310 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 1,310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| city | San Tan Valley | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poston Butte High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.4 vs 18.0).
- •Poston Butte High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Poston Butte High School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Copper Basin does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 19.0).
- •Poston Butte High School is the larger school with 1,310 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 Poston Butte High School?
On the Success Index (US), Poston Butte High School ranks higher (24.4 vs 18.0 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 Poston Butte High School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copper Basin: 557. Poston Butte High School: 1,310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copper Basin and Poston Butte High School rank in Arizona?
Copper Basin is 953rd of 1,136 and Poston Butte High School is 232nd of 286 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).