Mingus Springs Charter School vs Paulden Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mingus Springs Charter School
Chino Valley · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
Paulden Community School
Paulden · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
81 students
| Measure | Mingus Springs Charter School Chino Valley, Arizona | Paulden Community School Paulden, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #713 of 1,136 | #969 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #38625 of 50,301 | #46345 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 151 | 81 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 81 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Chino Valley | Paulden |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mingus Springs Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 17.5).
- •Mingus Springs Charter School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Mingus Springs Charter School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Paulden Community School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 16.8).
- •Mingus Springs Charter School is the larger school with 151 students compared with 81.
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 Mingus Springs Charter School better than Paulden Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Mingus Springs Charter School ranks higher (29.9 vs 17.5 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 Mingus Springs Charter School and Paulden Community School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Chino Valley and Paulden in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mingus Springs Charter School: 151. Paulden Community School: 81. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mingus Springs Charter School and Paulden Community School rank in Arizona?
Mingus Springs Charter School is 713th of 1,136 and Paulden Community School is 969th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).