Discovery School vs Norterra Canyon School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery School
Glendale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
601 students
Norterra Canyon School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
601 students
| Measure | Discovery School Glendale, Arizona | Norterra Canyon School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #641 of 1,136 | #307 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #35692 of 50,301 | #16931 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 601 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 56% |
| city | Glendale | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Norterra Canyon School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 34.3).
- •Norterra Canyon School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 46%).
- •Norterra Canyon School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 39%).
- •Norterra Canyon School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 20.0).
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 Discovery School better than Norterra Canyon School?
On the Success Index (US), Norterra Canyon School ranks higher (61.8 vs 34.3 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 Discovery School and Norterra Canyon School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Glendale and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery School: 601. Norterra Canyon School: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery School and Norterra Canyon School rank in Arizona?
Discovery School is 641st of 1,136 and Norterra Canyon School is 307th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).