Serving 2,375 students in grades 7-12, Boulder Creek High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 23% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boulder Creek High School's student population of 2,375 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boulder Creek 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 Boulder Creek High School is 0.39, 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
#313 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder Creek High School's ranking?
Boulder Creek High School is ranked #313 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Boulder Creek High School often compared to?
Boulder Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandra Day O'connor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boulder Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Boulder Creek High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Boulder Creek High School?
2,375 students attend Boulder Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Boulder Creek High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boulder Creek High School?
Boulder Creek High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Boulder Creek High School offer ?
Boulder Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Boulder Creek High School part of?
Boulder Creek High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Boulder Creek High School located?
Boulder Creek High School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
School Calendar
View the Boulder Creek High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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