Desert Canyons Elementary vs Freedom School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 408 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Canyons Elementary
Saint George · Public elementary · Grades K–5
670 students
Freedom School
Highland · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
670 students
| Measure | Desert Canyons Elementary Saint George, Utah | Freedom School Highland, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #187 of 580 | #37 of 580 |
| National rank | #17915 of 50,301 | #8904 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 670 | 670 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 670 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 7.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 70% |
| Math proficiency | – | 66% |
| city | Saint George | Highland |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freedom School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 60.4).
- •Freedom School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.9% vs 20.4%).
- •Desert Canyons Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 24.8).
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 Desert Canyons Elementary better than Freedom School?
On the Success Index (US), Freedom School ranks higher (73.5 vs 60.4 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 Desert Canyons Elementary and Freedom School?
About 408 km in a straight line, between Saint George and Highland in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Canyons Elementary: 670. Freedom School: 670. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Canyons Elementary and Freedom School rank in Utah?
Desert Canyons Elementary is 187th of 580 and Freedom School is 37th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).