Meyer Montessori vs New School for the Arts Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meyer Montessori
Tempe · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
203 students
New School for the Arts Middle School
Tempe · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
75 students
| Measure | Meyer Montessori Tempe, Arizona | New School for the Arts Middle School Tempe, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 1,136 | #61 of 203 |
| National rank | #26173 of 50,301 | #8081 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 203 | 75 |
| Enrollment | 203 | 75 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 32% |
| city | Tempe | Tempe |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.5 vs 48.0).
- •New School for the Arts Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •Meyer Montessori does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Meyer Montessori is the larger school with 203 students compared with 75.
- •Meyer Montessori is a public school while New School for the Arts Middle School is a charter 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 Meyer Montessori better than New School for the Arts Middle 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 Meyer Montessori and New School for the Arts Middle School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Tempe and Tempe in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meyer Montessori: 203. New School for the Arts Middle School: 75. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meyer Montessori and New School for the Arts Middle School rank in Arizona?
Meyer Montessori is 456th of 1,136 and New School for the Arts Middle School is 61st of 203 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).