Arvada West High School vs Vanderhoof Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 801 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arvada West High School
Arvada · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,923 students
Vanderhoof Elementary School
Arvada · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
| Measure | Arvada West High School Arvada, Colorado | Vanderhoof Elementary School Arvada, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #98 of 307 | #328 of 993 |
| National rank | #5994 of 16,910 | #21120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,923 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 1,923 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.4% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Arvada | Arvada |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arvada West High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 55.8).
- •Arvada West High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Arvada West High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.4% vs 36.7%).
- •Vanderhoof Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 21.9).
- •Arvada West High School is the larger school with 1,923 students compared with 403.
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 Arvada West High School better than Vanderhoof Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arvada West High School ranks higher (59.2 vs 55.8 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 Arvada West High School and Vanderhoof Elementary School?
About 801 m in a straight line, between Arvada and Arvada in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arvada West High School: 1,923. Vanderhoof Elementary School: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arvada West High School and Vanderhoof Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Arvada West High School is 98th of 307 and Vanderhoof Elementary School is 328th of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).