Hurley Ranch Elementary vs Smith Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 59 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
Smith Junior High School
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 7–8
707 students
| Measure | Hurley Ranch Elementary Tolleson, Arizona | Smith Junior High School Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 203 | #115 of 203 |
| National rank | #14829 of 15,369 | #12825 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 703 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| city | Tolleson | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 12.8).
- •Smith Junior High School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Smith Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Smith Junior High School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 21.3).
- •Smith Junior High School is the larger school with 707 students compared with 703.
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 Smith Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Junior High School ranks higher (25.2 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 Smith Junior High School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Tolleson and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Ranch Elementary: 703. Smith Junior High School: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Ranch Elementary and Smith Junior High School rank in Arizona?
Hurley Ranch Elementary is 173rd of 203 and Smith Junior High School is 115th of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).