Serving 1,602 students in grades 7-12, Barry Goldwater High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barry Goldwater High School serves the southern part of its school district in Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 60.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barry Goldwater High School's student population of 1,602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,602 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barry Goldwater High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barry Goldwater High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#938 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry Goldwater High School's ranking?
Barry Goldwater High School is ranked #938 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Barry Goldwater High School often compared to?
Barry Goldwater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandra Day O'connor High School, Mountain Ridge High School, Deer Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barry Goldwater High School?
The graduation rate of Barry Goldwater High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Barry Goldwater High School?
1,602 students attend Barry Goldwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Barry Goldwater High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry Goldwater High School?
Barry Goldwater High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barry Goldwater High School offer ?
Barry Goldwater High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barry Goldwater High School part of?
Barry Goldwater High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Barry Goldwater High School located?
Barry Goldwater High School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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