Copper Basin vs Sunburst School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 79 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
Sunburst School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
556 students
| Measure | Copper Basin San Tan Valley, Arizona | Sunburst School Glendale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,136 | #643 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #46051 of 50,301 | #35743 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 557 | 556 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 556 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 42% |
| city | San Tan Valley | Glendale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunburst School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 18.0).
- •Sunburst School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •Sunburst School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Copper Basin does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 19.2).
- •Copper Basin is the larger school with 557 students compared with 556.
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 Sunburst School?
On the Success Index (US), Sunburst School ranks higher (34.3 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 Sunburst School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and Glendale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copper Basin: 557. Sunburst School: 556. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copper Basin and Sunburst School rank in Arizona?
Copper Basin is 953rd of 1,136 and Sunburst School is 643rd of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).