Greenway High School is a public secondary school located in Phoenix, Arizona. It is a part of the Glendale Union High School District. It was named after John Campbell Greenway, a mining engineer and United States Senator. In the 1994–95 and 1995-96 school years, it was honored as a Blue Ribbon school.
Serving 1,376 students in grades 9-12, Greenway High School ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Greenway High School's student population of 1,376 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenway High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenway High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#564 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Demon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenway High School's ranking?
Greenway High School is ranked #564 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Greenway High School often compared to?
Greenway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moon Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenway High School?
The graduation rate of Greenway High School is 87%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Greenway High School?
1,376 students attend Greenway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Greenway High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenway High School?
Greenway High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenway High School offer ?
Greenway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenway High School part of?
Greenway High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Greenway High School located?
Greenway High School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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