Serving 2,322 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyslope High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 68% 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: 2,322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnyslope High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.4 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sunnyslope High School's student population of 2,322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,322 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnyslope High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyslope High School is 0.57, 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
#215 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
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 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
Source: 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 #215 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Sunnyslope High School?
2,322 students attend Sunnyslope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sunnyslope High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% 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 24:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyslope High School part of?
Sunnyslope High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Sunnyslope High School located?
Sunnyslope High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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