Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa vs Smith Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 971 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa
Mesa · Charter other · Grades K–12
211 students
Smith Junior High School
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 7–8
707 students
| Measure | Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa Mesa, Arizona | Smith Junior High School Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #115 of 203 |
| National rank | – | #12825 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 211 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 211 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 26% |
| city | Mesa | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa does better on math proficiency (47% vs 26%).
- •Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 16.8).
- •Smith Junior High School is the larger school with 707 students compared with 211.
- •Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa is a charter school while Smith Junior 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 Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa better than Smith Junior High School?
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 Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa and Smith Junior High School?
About 971 m in a straight line, between Mesa and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa: 211. Smith Junior High School: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa and Smith Junior High School rank in Arizona?
Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa is unranked and Smith Junior High School is 115th of 203 among other schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).