Serving 2,456 students in grades 7-12, Boulder Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boulder Creek High School's student population of 2,456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boulder Creek High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boulder Creek High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder Creek High School's ranking?
Boulder Creek High School is ranked #544 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Boulder Creek High School often compared to?
Boulder Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandra Day O'connor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boulder Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Boulder Creek High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Boulder Creek High School?
2,456 students attend Boulder Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Boulder Creek High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boulder Creek High School?
Boulder Creek High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boulder Creek High School offer ?
Boulder Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Boulder Creek High School part of?
Boulder Creek High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School-- Half Day Release
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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