Mesquite High School vs Saguaro High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arizona, United States, 22 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
Saguaro High School
Scottsdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,300 students
| Measure | Mesquite High School Gilbert, Arizona | Saguaro High School Scottsdale, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 286 | #77 of 286 |
| National rank | #8083 of 16,910 | #5590 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,303 | 1,300 |
| Enrollment | 1,303 | 1,300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 65% |
| city | Gilbert | Scottsdale |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saguaro High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.9 vs 51.2).
- •Saguaro High School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 52%).
- •Saguaro High School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 52%).
- •Mesquite High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.6).
- •Mesquite High School is the larger school with 1,303 students compared with 1,300.
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 Saguaro High School?
On the Success Index (US), Saguaro High School ranks higher (60.9 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 Saguaro High School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and Scottsdale in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesquite High School: 1,303. Saguaro High School: 1,300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesquite High School and Saguaro High School rank in Arizona?
Mesquite High School is 118th of 286 and Saguaro High School is 77th of 286 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).