Hurley Ranch Elementary vs Santa Maria Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurley Ranch Elementary
Tolleson · Public middle · Grades 3–8
703 students
Santa Maria Middle School
Phoenix · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
| Measure | Hurley Ranch Elementary Tolleson, Arizona | Santa Maria Middle School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 203 | #168 of 203 |
| National rank | #14829 of 15,369 | #14658 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 703 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| city | Tolleson | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Santa Maria Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.3 vs 12.8).
- •Santa Maria Middle School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Hurley Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 22.7).
- •Hurley Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 703 students compared with 591.
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 Hurley Ranch Elementary better than Santa Maria Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Santa Maria Middle School ranks higher (14.3 vs 12.8 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 Hurley Ranch Elementary and Santa Maria Middle School?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Tolleson and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Ranch Elementary: 703. Santa Maria Middle School: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Ranch Elementary and Santa Maria Middle School rank in Arizona?
Hurley Ranch Elementary is 173rd of 203 and Santa Maria Middle School is 168th of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).