Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy vs James W. Rice Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
684 students
James W. Rice Elementary School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
686 students
| Measure | Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy Phoenix, Arizona | James W. Rice Elementary School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #889 of 1,136 | #876 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #44343 of 50,301 | #43970 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 684 | 686 |
| Enrollment | 684 | 686 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 31% |
| city | Phoenix | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.8 vs 21.4).
- •Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy does better on math proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •James W. Rice Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 21.4).
- •James W. Rice Elementary School is the larger school with 686 students compared with 684.
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 Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy better than James W. Rice Elementary 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 Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy and James W. Rice Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy: 684. James W. Rice Elementary School: 686. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy and James W. Rice Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy is 889th of 1,136 and James W. Rice Elementary School is 876th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).