Corona del Sol High School is a high school located in Tempe, Arizona, United States. It was established in 1977 and is a part of the Tempe Union High School District.
Serving 2,668 students in grades 9-12, Corona Del Sol High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corona Del Sol High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Corona Del Sol High School's student population of 2,668 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Yellow, Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Strive for Excellence
School Rankings
Corona Del Sol High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corona Del Sol High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#165 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aztecs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corona Del Sol High School's ranking?
Corona Del Sol High School is ranked #165 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Corona Del Sol High School often compared to?
Corona Del Sol High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marcos De Niza High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corona Del Sol High School?
The graduation rate of Corona Del Sol High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Corona Del Sol High School?
2,668 students attend Corona Del Sol High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Corona Del Sol High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corona Del Sol High School?
Corona Del Sol High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corona Del Sol High School offer ?
Corona Del Sol High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corona Del Sol High School part of?
Corona Del Sol High School is part of Tempe Union High School District (4287).
In what neighborhood is Corona Del Sol High School located?
Corona Del Sol High School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
Overall, an excellent school, but not without its warts. There are definitely a few teachers that have some bizarre teaching methods
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