Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, City View High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
City View High School's student population of 85 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
85 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
City View High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City View High School is 0.45, 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
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
73%
48%

Black
13%
6%

White
5%
34%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
21-39%
77%

Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is City View High School's ranking?
City View High School is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of City View High School?
The graduation rate of City View High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend City View High School?
85 students attend City View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of City View High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does City View High School offer ?
City View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is City View High School part of?
City View High School is part of Arizona Center For Youth Resources (4346) School District.
In what neighborhood is City View High School located?
City View High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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