Serving 1,817 students in grades 9-12, Metro Tech High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metro Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metro Tech High School's student population of 1,817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metro Tech High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metro Tech High School is 0.08, 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
#1232 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Metro Tech High School's ranking?
Metro Tech High School is ranked #1232 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metro Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Metro Tech High School is 99%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Metro Tech High School?
1,817 students attend Metro Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Metro Tech High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metro Tech High School?
Metro Tech High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metro Tech High School offer ?
Metro Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metro Tech High School part of?
Metro Tech High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Metro Tech High School located?
Metro Tech High School is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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