South Mountain High School is a high school located in Phoenix, Arizona. The school is part of the Phoenix Union High School District.
Serving 2,207 students in grades 9-12, South Mountain 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 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Mountain High School serves the southeast part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Mountain High School's student population of 2,207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,207 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
South Mountain High School 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 South Mountain High School is 0.36, 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
#1798 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
77%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Jaguar (rebels 1954–85)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mountain High School's ranking?
South Mountain High School is ranked #1798 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Mountain High School often compared to?
South Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Pointe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of South Mountain High School is 77%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend South Mountain High School?
2,207 students attend South Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Mountain High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Mountain High School?
South Mountain High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Mountain High School offer ?
South Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Mountain High School part of?
South Mountain High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is South Mountain High School located?
South Mountain High School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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