Serving 1,625 students in grades 9-12, Arcadia 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 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 1,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcadia High School's student population of 1,625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcadia 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 Arcadia High School is 0.60, 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
#836 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia High School's ranking?
Arcadia High School is ranked #836 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcadia High School?
The graduation rate of Arcadia High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Arcadia High School?
1,625 students attend Arcadia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Arcadia High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcadia High School?
Arcadia High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arcadia High School offer ?
Arcadia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arcadia High School part of?
Arcadia High School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day Student Classes - Early Release (All Grades Pre-K-12)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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