Highland Jr High School vs Liberty Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 409 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Jr High School
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
961 students
Liberty Arts Academy
Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
296 students
| Measure | Highland Jr High School Mesa, Arizona | Liberty Arts Academy Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 203 | #998 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #6413 of 15,369 | #47075 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 961 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 17% |
| city | Mesa | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 16.1).
- •Highland Jr High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Highland Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 27%).
- •Liberty Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.5).
- •Highland Jr High School is the larger school with 961 students compared with 296.
- •Highland Jr High School is a public school while Liberty Arts Academy is a charter 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 Highland Jr High School better than Liberty Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Jr High School ranks higher (55.7 vs 16.1 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 Jr High School and Liberty Arts Academy?
About 409 m in a straight line, between Mesa and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Jr High School: 961. Liberty Arts Academy: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Jr High School and Liberty Arts Academy rank in Arizona?
Highland Jr High School is 40th of 203 and Liberty Arts Academy is 998th of 1,136 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).