Desert Oasis Elementary School vs Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Oasis Elementary School
Surprise · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
753 students
Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School
Gilbert · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
754 students
| Measure | Desert Oasis Elementary School Surprise, Arizona | Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School Gilbert, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #494 of 1,136 | #721 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #28458 of 50,301 | #38961 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 753 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 753 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34% | – |
| city | Surprise | Gilbert |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Oasis Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 29.4).
- •Desert Oasis Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 16.8).
- •Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School is the larger school with 754 students compared with 753.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Oasis Elementary School better than Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Oasis Elementary School ranks higher (45.2 vs 29.4 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 Desert Oasis Elementary School and Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Surprise and Gilbert in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Oasis Elementary School: 753. Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Oasis Elementary School and Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is 494th of 1,136 and Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School is 721st of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).