James Madison Preparatory School vs Marcos De Niza High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Preparatory School
Tempe · Charter high · Grades 6–12
130 students
Marcos De Niza High School
Tempe · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,408 students
| Measure | James Madison Preparatory School Tempe, Arizona | Marcos De Niza High School Tempe, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #59 of 286 | #176 of 286 |
| National rank | #4483 of 16,910 | #11480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 130 | 1,408 |
| Enrollment | 130 | 1,408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Tempe | Tempe |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Madison Preparatory School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.2 vs 37.9).
- •James Madison Preparatory School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •James Madison Preparatory School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Marcos De Niza High School is the larger school with 1,408 students compared with 130.
- •James Madison Preparatory School is a charter school while Marcos De Niza High School is a public 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 James Madison Preparatory School better than Marcos De Niza High School?
On the Success Index (US), James Madison Preparatory School ranks higher (65.2 vs 37.9 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 James Madison Preparatory School and Marcos De Niza High School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Tempe and Tempe in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Preparatory School: 130. Marcos De Niza High School: 1,408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Preparatory School and Marcos De Niza High School rank in Arizona?
James Madison Preparatory School is 59th of 286 and Marcos De Niza High School is 176th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).