Hurley Ranch Elementary vs Sun Canyon School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 2.6 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
Sun Canyon School
Phoenix · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
563 students
| Measure | Hurley Ranch Elementary Tolleson, Arizona | Sun Canyon School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 203 | #671 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #14829 of 15,369 | #37127 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 703 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 41% |
| city | Tolleson | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sun Canyon School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 12.8).
- •Sun Canyon School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •Sun Canyon School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •Hurley Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 23.5).
- •Hurley Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 703 students compared with 563.
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 Sun Canyon School?
On the Success Index (US), Sun Canyon School ranks higher (32.2 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 Sun Canyon School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Tolleson and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Ranch Elementary: 703. Sun Canyon School: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Ranch Elementary and Sun Canyon School rank in Arizona?
Hurley Ranch Elementary is 173rd of 203 and Sun Canyon School is 671st of 1,136 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).