Betty H. Fairfax is a high school in the Phoenix Union High School District, Laveen, Arizona, United States. The campus is located at 8225 South 59th Ave. Fairfax's enrollment is about 1,678 students. It predominantly serves students from partner elementary districts Laveen and Roosevelt.
Serving 2,014 students in grades 9-12, Betty Fairfax 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 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Betty Fairfax High School serves the southwest part of Laveen, AZ, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betty Fairfax High School's student population of 2,014 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,014 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Betty Fairfax High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betty Fairfax High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1079 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Midnight blue, Columbia blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betty Fairfax High School's ranking?
Betty Fairfax High School is ranked #1079 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Betty Fairfax High School often compared to?
Betty Fairfax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Betty Fairfax High School?
The graduation rate of Betty Fairfax High School is 83%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Betty Fairfax High School?
2,014 students attend Betty Fairfax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Betty Fairfax High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betty Fairfax High School?
Betty Fairfax High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Betty Fairfax High School offer ?
Betty Fairfax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Betty Fairfax High School part of?
Betty Fairfax High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Betty Fairfax High School located?
Betty Fairfax High School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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