Serving 1,691 students in grades 7-12, Raymond S. Kellis ranks in the bottom 50% 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 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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: 1,691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raymond S. Kellis serves the southern part of its school district in Glendale, AZ, encompassing approximately 13.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raymond S. Kellis's student population of 1,691 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,691 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Make It Your Kellis, Make It Our Kellis
School Rankings
Raymond S. Kellis 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 Raymond S. Kellis is 0.59, 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
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond S. Kellis's ranking?
Raymond S. Kellis is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Raymond S. Kellis often compared to?
Raymond S. Kellisis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raymond S. Kellis?
The graduation rate of Raymond S. Kellis is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Raymond S. Kellis?
1,691 students attend Raymond S. Kellis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Raymond S. Kellis students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond S. Kellis?
Raymond S. Kellis has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raymond S. Kellis offer ?
Raymond S. Kellis offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond S. Kellis part of?
Raymond S. Kellis is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am proud that my child graduated from her classes with the best teachers in the state of Arizona! Being a fashion designer, my child has made progress in her artistic abilities through the visual and performing art electives here at Kellis! She did incredible extracurriculars in fashion and drawing, but as well as her teachers as a great guide to her career pathway. THANK YOU, TEACHERS!!
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