Serving 218 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory's student population of 218 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory 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 Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory is 0.22, 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
#1120 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory's ranking?
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory is ranked #1120 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory?
218 students attend Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory?
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory offer ?
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory part of?
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory located?
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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