Highland Jr High School vs Western Sky Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 65 km 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
Western Sky Middle School
Goodyear · Public middle · Grades 5–8
952 students
| Measure | Highland Jr High School Mesa, Arizona | Western Sky Middle School Goodyear, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #40 of 203 | #31 of 203 |
| National rank | #6413 of 15,369 | #5847 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 961 | 952 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 952 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| city | Mesa | Goodyear |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Sky Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 55.7).
- •Western Sky Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Western Sky Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •Highland Jr High School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 26.4).
- •Highland Jr High School is the larger school with 961 students compared with 952.
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 Western Sky Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Western Sky Middle School ranks higher (58.3 vs 55.7 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 Western Sky Middle School?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Mesa and Goodyear in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Jr High School: 961. Western Sky Middle School: 952. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Jr High School and Western Sky Middle School rank in Arizona?
Highland Jr High School is 40th of 203 and Western Sky Middle School is 31st of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).