Serving 1,104 students in grades 9-12, Cortez 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 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cortez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cortez High School's student population of 1,104 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cortez High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cortez 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
#926 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
61%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortez High School's ranking?
Cortez High School is ranked #926 out of 1,956 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cortez High School?
The graduation rate of Cortez High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Cortez High School?
1,104 students attend Cortez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cortez High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cortez High School?
Cortez High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cortez High School offer ?
Cortez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cortez High School part of?
Cortez High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Cortez High School located?
Cortez 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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