Estrella Foothills High School is a comprehensive high school campus located in Goodyear, Arizona. Estrella Foothills High School is a part of the Buckeye Union High School District. The school mascot is the wolf. Estrella Foothills High School opened its doors in August 2001.
Serving 1,592 students in grades 9-12, Estrella Foothills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher 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 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Estrella Foothills High School serves the eastern part of Goodyear, AZ, covering an area of approximately 243.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest points in the zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Foothills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Estrella Foothills High School's student population of 1,592 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estrella Foothills 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 Estrella Foothills 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
#683 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
37%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
77.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Estrella Foothills Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Foothills High School's ranking?
Estrella Foothills High School is ranked #683 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Foothills High School often compared to?
Estrella Foothills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Edge High School, Agua Fria High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Estrella Foothills High School?
The graduation rate of Estrella Foothills High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Estrella Foothills High School?
1,592 students attend Estrella Foothills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Estrella Foothills High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estrella Foothills High School?
Estrella Foothills High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Foothills High School offer ?
Estrella Foothills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella Foothills High School part of?
Estrella Foothills High School is part of Buckeye Union High School District (4284).
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