Highland High School vs Tucson Magnet High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 144 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High School
Gilbert · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,992 students
Tucson Magnet High School
Tucson · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,938 students
| Measure | Highland High School Gilbert, Arizona | Tucson Magnet High School Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 286 | #171 of 286 |
| National rank | #3960 of 16,910 | #11153 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 2,992 | 2,938 |
| Enrollment | 2,992 | 2,938 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 44% |
| city | Gilbert | Tucson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 39.2).
- •Highland High School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 44%).
- •Highland High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 40%).
- •Tucson Magnet High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.7).
- •Highland High School is the larger school with 2,992 students compared with 2,938.
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 Highland High School better than Tucson Magnet High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 39.2 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 Highland High School and Tucson Magnet High School?
About 144 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and Tucson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High School: 2,992. Tucson Magnet High School: 2,938. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High School and Tucson Magnet High School rank in Arizona?
Highland High School is 50th of 286 and Tucson Magnet High School is 171st of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).