Sierra Linda High School vs Western Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sierra Linda High School
Tolleson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,911 students
Western Valley Middle School
Phoenix · Public middle · Grades 6–8
553 students
| Measure | Sierra Linda High School Tolleson, Arizona | Western Valley Middle School Phoenix, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 286 | #186 of 203 |
| National rank | #15342 of 16,910 | #15159 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,911 | 553 |
| Enrollment | 1,911 | 553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 15% |
| city | Tolleson | Phoenix |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Linda High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.5 vs 9.2).
- •Sierra Linda High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 15%).
- •Sierra Linda High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Western Valley Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 23.3).
- •Sierra Linda High School is the larger school with 1,911 students compared with 553.
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 Sierra Linda High School better than Western Valley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Linda High School ranks higher (19.5 vs 9.2 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 Sierra Linda High School and Western Valley Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Tolleson and Phoenix in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sierra Linda High School: 1,911. Western Valley Middle School: 553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sierra Linda High School and Western Valley Middle School rank in Arizona?
Sierra Linda High School is 254th of 286 and Western Valley Middle School is 186th of 203 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).