Mesquite High School vs Playa del Rey Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesquite High School
Gilbert · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,303 students
Playa del Rey Elementary School
Gilbert · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
431 students
| Measure | Mesquite High School Gilbert, Arizona | Playa del Rey Elementary School Gilbert, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 286 | #234 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #8083 of 16,910 | #13729 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,303 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 1,303 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| city | Gilbert | Gilbert |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Playa del Rey Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.6 vs 51.2).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 17.8).
- •Mesquite High School is the larger school with 1,303 students compared with 431.
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 Mesquite High School better than Playa del Rey Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Playa del Rey Elementary School ranks higher (66.6 vs 51.2 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 Mesquite High School and Playa del Rey Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and Gilbert in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesquite High School: 1,303. Playa del Rey Elementary School: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesquite High School and Playa del Rey Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Mesquite High School is 118th of 286 and Playa del Rey Elementary School is 234th of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).