North Arvada Middle School vs Swanson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Arvada Middle School
Arvada · Public middle · Grades 6–8
464 students
Swanson Elementary School
Arvada · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
283 students
| Measure | North Arvada Middle School Arvada, Colorado | Swanson Elementary School Arvada, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #208 of 262 | #885 of 993 |
| National rank | #12751 of 15,369 | #45482 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 464 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 7.5% |
| city | Arvada | Arvada |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Arvada Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.6 vs 19.0).
- •North Arvada Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 7.5%).
- •North Arvada Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 22%).
- •North Arvada Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.8% vs 72.4%).
- •Swanson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.8).
- •North Arvada Middle School is the larger school with 464 students compared with 283.
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 North Arvada Middle School better than Swanson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Arvada Middle School ranks higher (25.6 vs 19.0 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 North Arvada Middle School and Swanson Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Arvada and Arvada in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Arvada Middle School: 464. Swanson Elementary School: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Arvada Middle School and Swanson Elementary School rank in Colorado?
North Arvada Middle School is 208th of 262 and Swanson Elementary School is 885th of 993 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).