Rio Vista Elementary vs University High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rio Vista Elementary
Avondale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
662 students
University High School
Tolleson · Public high · Grades 9–12
416 students
| Measure | Rio Vista Elementary Avondale, Arizona | University High School Tolleson, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #715 of 1,136 | #14 of 286 |
| National rank | #38715 of 50,301 | #1354 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 662 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 662 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 97.5% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 92% |
| city | Avondale | Tolleson |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 29.8).
- •University High School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 37%).
- •University High School does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 37%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 23.1).
- •Rio Vista Elementary is the larger school with 662 students compared with 416.
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 Rio Vista Elementary better than University High School?
On the Success Index (US), University High School ranks higher (79.5 vs 29.8 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 Rio Vista Elementary and University High School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Avondale and Tolleson in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rio Vista Elementary: 662. University High School: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rio Vista Elementary and University High School rank in Arizona?
Rio Vista Elementary is 715th of 1,136 and University High School is 14th of 286 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).