Serving 2,558 students in grades 7-12, Pinnacle High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 2,558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinnacle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pinnacle High School's student population of 2,558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinnacle High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinnacle High School is 0.42, 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
#346 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 Pinnacle High School's ranking?
Pinnacle High School is ranked #346 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pinnacle High School often compared to?
Pinnacle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinnacle High School?
The graduation rate of Pinnacle High School is 98%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Pinnacle High School?
2,558 students attend Pinnacle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pinnacle High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinnacle High School?
Pinnacle High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinnacle High School offer ?
Pinnacle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pinnacle High School part of?
Pinnacle High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
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