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 3,179 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 19:1 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chandler High School serves the northwest part of Chandler, AZ, covering an area of approximately 10.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest edge located 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chandler High School's student population of 3,179 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,179 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chandler 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 Chandler High School is 0.61, 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
#783 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler High School's ranking?
Chandler High School is ranked #783 out of 1,921 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 87%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Chandler High School?
3,179 students attend Chandler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% 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, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chandler High School?
Chandler High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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).
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