Serving 2,262 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyslope High School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyslope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sunnyslope High School's student population of 2,262 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnyslope High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyslope High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#714 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
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 Sunnyslope High School's ranking?
Sunnyslope High School is ranked #714 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Sunnyslope High School?
2,262 students attend Sunnyslope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sunnyslope High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyslope High School?
Sunnyslope High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyslope High School offer ?
Sunnyslope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunnyslope High School part of?
Sunnyslope High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
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