Serving 2,534 students in grades 7-12, Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sandra Day O'connor High School's student population of 2,534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandra Day O'connor High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandra Day O'connor High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
74%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandra Day O'connor High School's ranking?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is ranked #346 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sandra Day O'connor High School often compared to?
Sandra Day O'connor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge High School, Boulder Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandra Day O'connor High School?
The graduation rate of Sandra Day O'connor High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Sandra Day O'connor High School?
2,534 students attend Sandra Day O'connor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sandra Day O'connor High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandra Day O'connor High School?
Sandra Day O'connor High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandra Day O'connor High School offer ?
Sandra Day O'connor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Sandra Day O'connor High School part of?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandra Day O'connor High School located?
Sandra Day O'connor High School is located in the Stetson Hills State neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Stetson Hills State.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
October 08, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 09, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 10, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
October 11, 2024 (Friday)
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