Camelback High School

4612 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 2,239 students in grades 9-12, Camelback High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,239 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : 82% (Top 50% in AZ)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Camelback High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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School Overview

Camelback High School's student population of 2,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,239 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
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School Rankings

Camelback High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camelback High School is 0.40, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1811 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6%
32%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Camelback High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arizona by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
7%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
4%
5%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
77%
47%
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Black
9%
6%
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White
7%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.40
This chart display the diversity score of Camelback High School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
82%
76%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
29%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Camelback High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Camelback High School's ranking?
Camelback High School is ranked #1811 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camelback High School?
The graduation rate of Camelback High School is 82%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Camelback High School?
2,239 students attend Camelback High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Camelback High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camelback High School?
Camelback High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Camelback High School offer ?
Camelback High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Camelback High School part of?
Camelback High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).

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School Reviews

5   5/17/2021
This school has amazing teachers and counselors! The food for high school students here is also very decent and considering its free right now. They have amazing sports and after-school programs for kids along with great guidance towards the world after high school. Honestly, an amazing school, they're is absolutely no reason for anyone to fail there.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,239 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : 82% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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