Chandler High School is a high school and historical landmark located in Chandler, Arizona, United States. It is one of Arizona's largest high schools with an enrollment of 3,000 to 4,000 students annually.
Serving 3,487 students in grades 8-12, Chandler 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 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chandler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chandler High School's student population of 3,487 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 175 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
175 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Chandler High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chandler High School is 0.62, 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
#822 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
57%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler High School's ranking?
Chandler High School is ranked #822 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Chandler High School often compared to?
Chandler High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chandler High School?
The graduation rate of Chandler High School is 88%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Chandler High School?
3,487 students attend Chandler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chandler High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chandler High School?
Chandler High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chandler High School offer ?
Chandler High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chandler High School part of?
Chandler High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
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