Mesquite High School vs Poston Butte High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 32 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
Poston Butte High School
San Tan Valley · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,310 students
| Measure | Mesquite High School Gilbert, Arizona | Poston Butte High School San Tan Valley, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 286 | #232 of 286 |
| National rank | #8083 of 16,910 | #14503 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,303 | 1,310 |
| Enrollment | 1,303 | 1,310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 30% |
| city | Gilbert | San Tan Valley |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesquite High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 24.4).
- •Mesquite High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •Mesquite High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •Mesquite High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.0).
- •Poston Butte High School is the larger school with 1,310 students compared with 1,303.
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 Poston Butte High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mesquite High School ranks higher (51.2 vs 24.4 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 Mesquite High School and Poston Butte High School?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and San Tan Valley in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesquite High School: 1,303. Poston Butte High School: 1,310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesquite High School and Poston Butte High School rank in Arizona?
Mesquite High School is 118th of 286 and Poston Butte High School is 232nd of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).