Explorer Middle School vs Fireside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Explorer Middle School
Phoenix · Public middle · Grades 5–8
607 students
Fireside Elementary School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
693 students
| Measure | Explorer Middle School Phoenix, Arizona | Fireside Elementary School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #14 of 203 | #33 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #4032 of 15,369 | #3129 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 607 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 607 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 85% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fireside Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 66.8).
- •Fireside Elementary School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 67%).
- •Fireside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 62%).
- •Fireside Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 19.6).
- •Fireside Elementary School is the larger school with 693 students compared with 607.
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 Explorer Middle School better than Fireside Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fireside Elementary School ranks higher (83.5 vs 66.8 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 Explorer Middle School and Fireside Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explorer Middle School: 607. Fireside Elementary School: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explorer Middle School and Fireside Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Explorer Middle School is 14th of 203 and Fireside Elementary School is 33rd of 1,136 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).