Serving 2,430 students in grades 7-12, Pinnacle High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinnacle High School serves the northern part of its school district in Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 41.7 square miles. Most families are around a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone edges and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinnacle 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
School Overview
Pinnacle High School's student population of 2,430 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,430 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle High School is 0.48, 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
#123 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinnacle High School's ranking?
Pinnacle High School is ranked #123 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pinnacle High School often compared to?
Pinnacle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinnacle High School?
The graduation rate of Pinnacle High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Pinnacle High School?
2,430 students attend Pinnacle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pinnacle High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinnacle High School?
Pinnacle High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinnacle High School offer ?
Pinnacle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinnacle High School part of?
Pinnacle High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Pinnacle High School located?
Pinnacle High School is located in the Desert Ridge West neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Desert Ridge West.
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