Serving 1,253 students in grades 9-12, Estrella Foothills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Foothills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Estrella Foothills High School's student population of 1,253 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estrella Foothills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Foothills High School is 0.61, 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
#761 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
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 Estrella Foothills High School's ranking?
Estrella Foothills High School is ranked #761 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Foothills High School often compared to?
Estrella Foothills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Edge High School, Agua Fria High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estrella Foothills High School?
The graduation rate of Estrella Foothills High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Estrella Foothills High School?
1,253 students attend Estrella Foothills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Estrella Foothills High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estrella Foothills High School?
Estrella Foothills High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Foothills High School offer ?
Estrella Foothills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Estrella Foothills High School part of?
Estrella Foothills High School is part of Buckeye Union High School District (4284).
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