Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts vs Monterey Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 695 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts
Thornton · Public high · Grades 9–12
393 students
Monterey Community School
Denver · Public elementary · Grades K–8
440 students
| Measure | Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts Thornton, Colorado | Monterey Community School Denver, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #289 of 307 | #908 of 993 |
| National rank | #15463 of 16,910 | #46341 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 393 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 78.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 19% |
| city | Thornton | Denver |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 17.5).
- •Monterey Community School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 12%).
- •Monterey Community School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 78.6%).
- •Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 19.1).
- •Monterey Community School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 393.
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 Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts better than Monterey Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts ranks higher (18.9 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 Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts and Monterey Community School?
About 695 m in a straight line, between Thornton and Denver in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts: 393. Monterey Community School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts and Monterey Community School rank in Colorado?
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts is 289th of 307 and Monterey Community School is 908th of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).