Serving 1,434 students in grades 7-12, Poston Butte 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poston Butte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Poston Butte High School's student population of 1,434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poston Butte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poston Butte High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1324 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poston Butte High School's ranking?
Poston Butte High School is ranked #1324 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Poston Butte High School often compared to?
Poston Butte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence High School, San Tan Foothills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poston Butte High School?
The graduation rate of Poston Butte High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Poston Butte High School?
1,434 students attend Poston Butte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Poston Butte High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poston Butte High School?
Poston Butte High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poston Butte High School offer ?
Poston Butte High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Poston Butte High School part of?
Poston Butte High School is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
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