Copper Basin vs Walker Butte Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 2.8 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
Walker Butte Middle School
San Tan Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
718 students
| Measure | Copper Basin San Tan Valley, Arizona | Walker Butte Middle School San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,136 | #979 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #46051 of 50,301 | #46509 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 557 | 718 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 718 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| city | San Tan Valley | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.0 vs 17.2).
- •Copper Basin does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Walker Butte Middle School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Walker Butte Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.4).
- •Walker Butte Middle School is the larger school with 718 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 Walker Butte Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Copper Basin and Walker Butte Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between San Tan Valley and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copper Basin: 557. Walker Butte Middle School: 718. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copper Basin and Walker Butte Middle School rank in Arizona?
Copper Basin is 953rd of 1,136 and Walker Butte Middle School is 979th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).