Peoria High School is a public secondary school located in Peoria, Arizona, United States, serving grades 9 to 12. It is the oldest high school in the Peoria Unified School District and opened in 1919; its original building Old Main was constructed in 1922, renovated in 2014, and named a Historic Place in 2019.
Serving 1,397 students in grades 7-12, Peoria High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peoria High School serves the southern section of its school district in Peoria, AZ, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peoria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Peoria High School's student population of 1,397 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,397 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Peoria High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peoria High School is 0.60, 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
#1053 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peoria High School's ranking?
Peoria High School is ranked #1053 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Peoria High School often compared to?
Peoria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond S. Kellis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peoria High School?
The graduation rate of Peoria High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Peoria High School?
1,397 students attend Peoria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Peoria High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peoria High School?
Peoria High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peoria High School offer ?
Peoria High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peoria High School part of?
Peoria High School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Peoria High School located?
Peoria High School is located in the Peoria Heights neighborhood of Peoria, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Peoria Heights.
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