Sandra Day O'Connor High School, part of the Deer Valley Unified School District, is a public high school located just west of I-17 and north of Happy Valley Road in Phoenix, Arizona. The school had a 97.1% graduation rate in 2018.
Serving 2,658 students in grades 7-12, Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandra Day O'Connor High School serves the southwest part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 51.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sandra Day O'connor High School's student population of 2,658 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandra Day O'connor High School is 0.50, 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
#476 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
15%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
69%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold, Metallic Gold
School Mascot
Sandra Day O'connor Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandra Day O'connor High School's ranking?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is ranked #476 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sandra Day O'connor High School often compared to?
Sandra Day O'connor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge High School, Boulder Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandra Day O'connor High School?
The graduation rate of Sandra Day O'connor High School is 98%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Sandra Day O'connor High School?
2,658 students attend Sandra Day O'connor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sandra Day O'connor High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandra Day O'connor High School?
Sandra Day O'connor High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandra Day O'connor High School offer ?
Sandra Day O'connor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandra Day O'connor High School part of?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Sandra Day O'connor High School located?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is located in the Stetson Hills State neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Stetson Hills State.
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