New School for the Arts Middle School vs Paulo Freire Freedom School - University
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New School for the Arts Middle School
Tempe · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
75 students
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University
Tucson · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
73 students
| Measure | New School for the Arts Middle School Tempe, Arizona | Paulo Freire Freedom School - University Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 203 | #46 of 203 |
| National rank | #8081 of 15,369 | #6721 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 75 | 73 |
| Enrollment | 75 | 73 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Tempe | Tucson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paulo Freire Freedom School - University scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 48.0).
- •Paulo Freire Freedom School - University does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •New School for the Arts Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •New School for the Arts Middle School is the larger school with 75 students compared with 73.
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 New School for the Arts Middle School better than Paulo Freire Freedom School - University?
On the Success Index (US), Paulo Freire Freedom School - University ranks higher (54.3 vs 48.0 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 New School for the Arts Middle School and Paulo Freire Freedom School - University?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Tempe and Tucson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New School for the Arts Middle School: 75. Paulo Freire Freedom School - University: 73. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New School for the Arts Middle School and Paulo Freire Freedom School - University rank in Arizona?
New School for the Arts Middle School is 61st of 203 and Paulo Freire Freedom School - University is 46th of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).