Madison #1 Elementary School vs South Valley Jr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison #1 Elementary School
Phoenix · Public middle · Grades 5–8
874 students
South Valley Jr. High
Gilbert · Public middle · Grades 7–8
875 students
| Measure | Madison #1 Elementary School Phoenix, Arizona | South Valley Jr. High Gilbert, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 203 | #35 of 203 |
| National rank | #7574 of 15,369 | #5997 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 874 | 875 |
| Enrollment | 874 | 875 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 59% |
| city | Phoenix | Gilbert |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Valley Jr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 50.4).
- •South Valley Jr. High does better on math proficiency (59% vs 48%).
- •South Valley Jr. High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 53%).
- •Madison #1 Elementary School does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.8).
- •South Valley Jr. High is the larger school with 875 students compared with 874.
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 Madison #1 Elementary School better than South Valley Jr. High?
On the Success Index (US), South Valley Jr. High ranks higher (57.6 vs 50.4 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 Madison #1 Elementary School and South Valley Jr. High?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Gilbert in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison #1 Elementary School: 874. South Valley Jr. High: 875. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison #1 Elementary School and South Valley Jr. High rank in Arizona?
Madison #1 Elementary School is 57th of 203 and South Valley Jr. High is 35th of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).