Pxu City serves 52 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 52 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pxu City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pxu City's student population of 52 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pxu City is 0.44, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
47%
Black
15%
6%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pxu City?
52 students attend Pxu City.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pxu City students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Pxu City offer ?
Pxu City offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pxu City part of?
Pxu City is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Pxu City located?
Pxu City is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 16 other public schools located in Midtown.
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