Serving 70 students in grades 11-12, Phoenix High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix High School's student population of 70 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Like the mythological bird, from whence the school was named after, Phoenix students RISE!
School Rankings
Phoenix High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8593 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix High School's ranking?
Phoenix High School is ranked #8593 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix High School?
The graduation rate of Phoenix High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Phoenix High School?
70 students attend Phoenix High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Phoenix High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix High School?
Phoenix High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Phoenix High School offer ?
Phoenix High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Phoenix High School part of?
Phoenix High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix High School located?
Phoenix High School is located in the Glider neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Glider.
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