John M Andersen Jr High School vs Paragon Science Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John M Andersen Jr High School
Chandler · Public middle · Grades 6–8
772 students
Paragon Science Academy
Chandler · Charter other · Grades K–12
601 students
| Measure | John M Andersen Jr High School Chandler, Arizona | Paragon Science Academy Chandler, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #120 of 203 | – |
| National rank | #12927 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 772 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 772 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 79% |
| city | Chandler | Chandler |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paragon Science Academy does better on math proficiency (79% vs 26%).
- •Paragon Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 34%).
- •John M Andersen Jr High School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.7).
- •John M Andersen Jr High School is the larger school with 772 students compared with 601.
- •John M Andersen Jr High School is a public school while Paragon Science Academy is a charter 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 John M Andersen Jr High School better than Paragon Science Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John M Andersen Jr High School and Paragon Science Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Chandler and Chandler in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John M Andersen Jr High School: 772. Paragon Science Academy: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John M Andersen Jr High School and Paragon Science Academy rank in Arizona?
John M Andersen Jr High School is 120th of 203 and Paragon Science Academy is unranked among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).