Heritage Academy vs Westwood High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heritage Academy
Mesa · Charter high · Grades 7–12
778 students
Westwood High School
Mesa · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,135 students
| Measure | Heritage Academy Mesa, Arizona | Westwood High School Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #88 of 286 | #172 of 286 |
| National rank | #5979 of 16,910 | #11227 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 778 | 3,135 |
| Enrollment | 778 | 3,135 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 44% |
| city | Mesa | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 38.9).
- •Heritage Academy does better on math proficiency (51% vs 44%).
- •Heritage Academy does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 44%).
- •Heritage Academy does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.5).
- •Westwood High School is the larger school with 3,135 students compared with 778.
- •Heritage Academy is a charter school while Westwood High School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Heritage Academy better than Westwood High School?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage Academy ranks higher (59.3 vs 38.9 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 Heritage Academy and Westwood High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Mesa and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heritage Academy: 778. Westwood High School: 3,135. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heritage Academy and Westwood High School rank in Arizona?
Heritage Academy is 88th of 286 and Westwood High School is 172nd of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).