Serving 1,602 students in grades 9-12, Arcadia 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 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcadia High School's student population of 1,602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia High School 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
#226 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
36%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia High School's ranking?
Arcadia High School is ranked #226 out of 1,956 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcadia High School?
The graduation rate of Arcadia High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Arcadia High School?
1,602 students attend Arcadia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Arcadia High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcadia High School?
Arcadia High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arcadia High School offer ?
Arcadia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arcadia High School part of?
Arcadia High School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arcadia High School located?
Arcadia High School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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